About Us:
Material Evolution is a materials technology company founded in 2020 by CEO, Dr. Liz Gilligan and headquartered in Middlesbrough with offices in London and Wrexham. With a successful £15 million Series A funding round and our cutting-edge production facility in North Wales, we are on track to eliminate gigatons of carbon emissions.
We’re an ever-expanding team of innovators, scientists, and experts, combining our unique blend of experience, skills, and expertise to drive change in the cement and concrete industry.
Join us, and be part of a groundbreaking effort to build a more sustainable world, one material at a time.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A background in materials science, engineering, chemistry, or a related field is desirable but not essential.
• Previous laboratory or production experience in a similar environment is advantageous.
• Comfortable working with cementitious materials, aggregates, and chemical admixtures.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow health & safety protocols.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced environment.

ABOUT THIS ROLE AND THE IMPACT YOU WILL HAVE:

We are looking for a hands-on Lab Technician to join our dynamic team in Middlesbrough. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for materials science, laboratory work, and process optimisation.
In this role, you will be responsible for a range of laboratory and quality control tasks, including mixing ready-mix concrete and mortars, weighing aggregates, cement, and water.
Your contribution will be essential in maintaining high-quality production and upholding safety and quality standards while playing a key role in accelerating our mission to decarbonize the cement industry and significantly reduce global emissions.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Mixing ready-mix concrete and mortars according to precise formulations.
• Weighing and measuring raw materials including aggregates, cement, and water.
• Work closely with experts from various departments to foster knowledge-sharing and teamwork as we work toward a common goal.
• Performing setting time assessments, bulk density measurements, and PSD tests as needed.
• Carrying out moisture content analysis and compressive strength testing.
• Demoulding and cleaning moulds to maintain high-quality standards.
• Assisting with milling, cleaning, and preparing materials for further processing.
• Ensuring laboratory equipment is maintained and workspaces remain clean.
• Following health and safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.