Materials Laboratory Analyst

at  Springfields Fuels Ltd

Westinghouse UK provides Nuclear Fuel and Intermediate products to National and International Customers. With the recent change in global economics the world market has changed, along with increased interest in Nuclear Power across the globe, this brings new growth to the Springfields Preston site. The industry is experiencing growth at a rate which has not be seen since the start of the nuclear age. New and exciting challenges are ahead with the industry pushing for continual development of new products while maintaining to provide for its current customer base. To allow us to provide this fuel to the strictly regulated industry we must ensure the material we produce is to the highest standards. The analytical Laboratories at Westinghouse UK are an integrated part of this process and provide Quality Control and Assurance testing to its internal and external customer’s needs, whilst providing quick turnaround process control analysis to maintain plant operations. To support the companies increased production and development projects, there is a need to increase our laboratories capabilities to match our production plants.
There has never been a better opportunity for determined and motivated material scientists to join our team. We offer a competitive salary, and support growth within your role and beyond as we try to release your full potential.
As a Materials Laboratory Analyst you will carry out designated work packages to meet safety and quality standards. Providing specified technical/analytical services to customers agreed standards and timescales. We ask that you understand materials science and metallographic preparation techniques. As an advocate for improvement and supporting new products, we continually advance the techniques used in the laboratory, using some of the latest instrumentation to market. As part of the role, the analyst will help develop and validate these new methods while developing their own knowledge base. Working in a highly regulated and monitored industry we require individuals who understand the importance of Quality Control Criteria and Good Lab Practice Standards. You must also exhibit a healthy appetite for safety by adhering to procedures and ensuring a clean and safe work environment. High standards and expectations are critical in their approach to providing a quality service to our customers.
The great compensation package reflects the unique nature of the job and the high demand for quality.

Qualifications:

• Essential skills
• HND or degree in relevant scientific discipline (materials science preferred)
• 2-5 years’ experience working in laboratories with metallurgical experience
• Record-keeping skills to accurately document test procedures, protocols, and results, ensuring consistency and reliability of data.
• Problem-solving skills to identify issues that may arise during the testing process.
• Excellent communication skills to relay test results, write reports, and work as part of a team
• Deliver qualityDesirable skills
• Understanding of the nuclear fuel manufacturing process.
• Trained in handling Radioactive materials.
• Previous experience using Laboratory Information Management System for result reporting.
• An understanding of statistical analysis techniques.
• Practical working knowledge of laboratory quality control procedures to include, control charts, proficiency testing and use of certified reference materials

• Analyst in the Metallurgical Services Laboratory, within the Westinghouse Analytical Services.
• Perform preparation, testing and examination of routine and AdHoc samples using a variety of metallurgical techniques including metallographic preparation of Stainless steel and Zirconia specimens and different Microscopy techniques
• Calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Use LIMS system for result entering authorization and release
• Ensure work is carried out following the department’s UKAS accredited quality system (ISO 17025)
• Attend daily performance centre / safety meetings
• Ensure that work is carried out in a safe and tidy manner following good laboratory practice (GLP) working to local rules and risk assessments
• Ensure that work is carried out following the department’s Nuclear Safety Case and that work complies with company procedures, policies, safety and regulatory requirements, which are applicable to the work area

Qualifications:

• Essential skills
• HND or degree in relevant scientific discipline (materials science preferred)
• 2-5 years’ experience working in laboratories with metallurgical experience
• Record-keeping skills to accurately document test procedures, protocols, and results, ensuring consistency and reliability of data.
• Problem-solving skills to identify issues that may arise during the testing process.
• Excellent communication skills to relay test results, write reports, and work as part of a team
• Deliver qualityDesirable skills
• Understanding of the nuclear fuel manufacturing process.
• Trained in handling Radioactive materials.
• Previous experience using Laboratory Information Management System for result reporting.
• An understanding of statistical analysis techniques.
• Practical working knowledge of laboratory quality control procedures to include, control charts, proficiency testing and use of certified reference materials.