Principal Engineer
Ethero
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 3 hours
Birmingham, West Midlands B28, England

£50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- An automotive component manufacturer is seeking an Industrial Chemist to manage the chemistry used in engineering and industrial applications.
- The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of experience in the field or a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry.
- Key responsibilities include analyzing chemical applications in automotive products and collaborating with suppliers and engineers.
- Candidates should possess a strong knowledge of adhesives and polyurethanes, with additional knowledge of polymers being advantageous.
- The salary for this position ranges from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Commutable from: Redditch, Coventry, Birmingham, Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, Leamington Spa, Worcester, Kidderminster, Stourbridge
Package: 50,000 - 55,000 p.a. depending on experience
Suitable for: Materials Engineer, Principal Engineer, Chemistry Engineer, Chemical Engineer
The Role
Reporting into the Engineering Manager you will have the following duties:
-Develop a good understanding of all the chemical processes withing their automotive products.
-Analysing and documenting all the chemical applications in their automotive products (polymers, adhesives and polyurethanes).
-Support the analysis of failures within the automotive product.
-Work between the automotive suppliers and the Manufacturing Engineers to ensure the needs of materials and chemicals used in their products are properly understood and controlled.
The Person
With at least 10 years as an industrial chemist or holding a minimum of Bachelors in Chemistry you will have the following experience:
-A sound knowledge of adhesives and polyurethanes.
-Knowledge of polymers in industrial automotive applications is advantageous.
-An ability to identify additional support needed from suppliers/laboratories and academic institutions to deliver quick analysis and results.
To apply for this opportunity please click to apply or contact Greg Kneuss at the Ethero office in Telford for further details.