Materials Engineer

Location: Filton

Materials Engineer

Location:

Filton (Hybrid - 60% onsite), Initial handover will require being onsite 100%.

Contract:

Until March 2027

Hours:

35 per week (4.5‑day week, between 7am-7pm)

Pay:£26.16ph PAYE / £35ph Umbrella
Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by the Client's Security Team)

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About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Assembly Technologies Specialist/Materials Engineer to join their Research & Technology (R&T) division. This is a pivotal role supporting the development, evaluation, and implementation of innovative assembly processes and technologies that will shape future aircraft production.

You will work on cutting-edge manufacturing concepts, contribute to industrial trials, and collaborate with a wide network of engineering partners. This position is ideal for someone passionate about advanced assembly methods, automation, and emerging manufacturing technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct R&D activities focused on novel assembly technologies including advanced joining, automation, and next‑generation manufacturing solutions.
Evaluate new technologies for feasibility, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
Design, plan, and execute experiments, use cases, and industrial trials to validate new concepts.
Analyse data, produce technical insights, and present findings to stakeholders.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary internal teams and external partners to drive technological innovation for future production lines.
Develop technical specifications, process documentation, and best practices for new assembly technologies.  

Essential Experience & Skills

Strong background in assembly processes such as riveting and fastening systems.
Experience in R&T, manufacturing, or engineering environments.
Practical understanding of composite materials
Experience preferred over formal qualification; however, a degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Materials, Production Engineering, or similar is beneficial.
Hands‑on experience with automation or advanced manufacturing technologies.
Competency with CAD tools such as CATIA/3DX.
Strong problem‑solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.  

If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on (phone number removed) or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan