Responsibilities include.

Material Mastery: Utilise your technical expertise and engineering judgment to make critical decisions on material when needed.

Root Cause Investigation: Lead or support technical troubleshooting efforts to uncover the root causes of material failures and implement effective solutions.

Tech Initiatives Support: Back up our technical initiatives such as material compliance, dual sourcing, and parts verification to keep us ahead of the curve.

Design Integration: Collaborate seamlessly with our R&D and design teams to ensure the smooth integration of new products into our manufacturing processes.

Process Optimisation: Develop and optimise manufacturing processes, including impregnation, pressing, and blown film lines, to enhance efficiency and quality.

Bid Support: Work with the project team to develop cost-effective manufacturing approaches and drive completion of cost reduction initiatives where required.

Compliance Implementation: Implement and maintain control measures to ensure compliance with specifications and standards, safeguarding our reputation for excellence.

Industry Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in manufacturing to drive innovation and maintain our competitive edge.

Person Specification

Educational foundation: Minimum of an HNC in relevant science or engineering field.

Technical experience desired but not essential: Previous experience in technical manufacturing engineering roles.

Proactive approach: Demonstrate a proactive manner with the ability to prioritise and support multiple projects simultaneously.

Problem solving prowess: Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse complex technical issues.

Detail-oriented: Show a keen focus on detail, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Communication skills: Display effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and lead technical projects. Fluent in writing clear and concise technical documentation.

ACS are recruiting for a Materials Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Materials Engineer, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as Materials Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Materials Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Materials Engineer role you desire.