Scientist/Engineer or Higher Scientist/Engineer - Advanced Alloys

at  National Physical Laboratory

We have an exciting opportunity for a Scientist/Engineer or Higher Scientist/Engineer to join the Advanced Engineering Materials group at the National Physical Laboratory in Teddington. The successful candidate will be working within NPL’s Laboratories which is home to unique facilities that support UK industry, alongside a team of internationally leading scientists. The focus of the activity will be on advanced alloys their performance at high temperature.
The group undertakes both research and measurement which sits within the very core of our business here at NPL. This is your chance to work on a range of technical activities supporting and making an impact through our ground-breaking work.
As we’re always looking to stretch our capabilities, the successful candidate will form part of a growing Materials team delivering core NPL projects and measurement service work. We will encourage the successful candidate to develop further to develop potential commercial opportunities and to help raise our profile.
As a collaborative team, we share learnings to support in our continued development and with mentoring others. You’ll maintain and develop your technical knowledge with the latest advances and take responsibility for completing your work to the highest standards, on time and within budget with the support of the delivery team.

WE ACTIVELY RECRUIT CITIZENS OF ALL BACKGROUNDS, BUT THE NATURE OF OUR WORK IN SPECIFIC DEPARTMENTS MEANS THAT NATIONALITY, RESIDENCY AND SECURITY REQUIREMENTS CAN BE MORE TIGHTLY DEFINED THAN OTHERS. YOU WILL BE ASKED ABOUT THIS THROUGHOUT THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK.
NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.
At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we hold memberships and accreditations to ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome, please see our Diversity & Inclusion page.
We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of benefits. Our values are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success.
To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please contact us

EXAMPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Technical Lead to design, instrument and analyse mechanical tests of metallic materials at sub ambient and elevated temperatures.
• Conduct and analyse high temperature performance tests including mechanical, degradation and processing properties.
• Operation of laboratory equipment for testing and analysis of material properties.
• Analysis of experimental data including preparation of internal and external reports.
• Interaction and communication with customer contacts, regulators, and research institutes.
• Adherence to company and client quality and health and safety protocols.Working with the laboratory team to prepare samples, repair, calibrate /maintain test equipment.
• 
  We are now working in a hybrid way, with a mix of remote and office working. We strive to offer a great work life balance - if you are looking for full time, part time or flexible options, we will try to make this work where business possible. This will be dependent on the kind of role you do and part of the business you work in’’
  You’ll be a self-motivated scientist/engineer who has an interest to develop a career in materials science with a special interest in advanced alloys for use in challenging environments, both sub ambient and at elevated temperatures.
  You’ll be able to work independently and as part of a team. Day to day your role will involve experimental work in the laboratory, data analysis and presentation, assist with paper writing and become involved in customer facing activities. You’ll be able to solve problems in the laboratory as they arise and ensure timely delivery of research and commercial contracts for industrial and academic customers.
  Training will be provided, but you’ll have a willingness to learn and develop through self-directed learning.
  We are recruiting across levels and will consider applications from candidates with various levels. Offer and salary will depend on experience.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE THAT YOU CAN BRING TO THE ROLE:

• An undergraduate degree in Engineering, Physics or Chemistry or equivalent
• Preferably hold a relevant postgraduate degree.
• Demonstrable capability for scientific problem solving using digital tools
• Background and experience with advanced alloys and metals
• An understanding of testing of metallic materials
• Experience in research science
• Good interpersonal and team working skills both in person and online.
• Excellent attention to detail
  Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.