Job Description

Metallurgist

Based in Redditch

- easily commutable from Bromsgrove, Worcester, Solihull, Droitwich Spa, Kidderminster, Alcester, and surrounding areas

Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 DOE + competitive benefits

Are you a technically driven Metallurgist looking to work on high-integrity aerospace and engineering components? Our client, a leading manufacturer of complex engineered products, is looking for an experienced or aspiring

Metallurgist

to join their established technical services laboratory.


This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a collaborative, fast-paced, and standards-driven environment, supporting testing, process development, accreditation compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out metallurgical testing, investigations, and reporting to support manufacturing and customer compliance Review and maintain procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, Nadcap, and customer standards Act as the primary laboratory contact for a designated business unit Lead and support First Article Inspection and periodic requalification testing Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to develop processes that meet metallurgical performance requirements Contribute to internal training, auditing, and continuous improvement across testing procedures Support external audits and uphold material and special process accreditations Liaise with production areas on technical investigations and process enhancements Assist with material development projects and optimisation of internal testing capabilities

Ideal Candidate:

Degree or HND in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Engineering or a related field (or equivalent industry experience) Previous experience in an aerospace, automotive, or industrial metallurgical environment desirable Understanding of material properties, mechanical testing, and failure analysis Familiarity with Nadcap, ISO 17025 or other regulated quality systems is a strong advantage Effective communicator and problem-solver, with a proactive mindset Comfortable working within cross-functional teams and technical review groups

Why Apply?

Opportunity to contribute to a world-class manufacturing environment with global customers Work on critical aerospace and defence-related projects Be part of a collaborative technical team with progression and development opportunities

Salary circa 30,000 - 40,000

depending on experience

Competitive benefits

package and long-term job security

Ready to play a key role in ensuring metallurgical excellence?

Apply today and take your next career step in a technically engaging, quality-focused environment.