Graduate Metallurgist 

Inclusive consulting are delighted to be working with a leading manufacturing business who are currently looking for a graduate metallurgist to join their ever-growing team in Nottingham. 

This role will involve applying the principles of metallurgy and materials science to analyse, develop, and enhance metallic materials. This will be done by conducting research, carrying out tests, and offering your knowledge and expertise to comprehend and optimise the properties of metals for their manufacturing processes and product development. 

We are interested in speaking with candidates who have recently completed a degree in metallurgical engineering, Materials Science, or another related field, who are now looking to begin their career in Metallurgy. 

The key responsibilities of the role will be 

• To conduct thorough research to comprehend the structure, properties, and behaviour of metallic materials. 

• Utilise various testing methods and equipment to analyse data and evaluate material properties. 

• Conduct tests on metals to evaluate their strength, durability, and other attributes. 

• Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure materials adhere to industry standards and specifications. 

• Collaborate with teams to innovate new metallic materials or enhance existing ones. 

• Experiment with diverse alloys and processing techniques to elevate material performance. 

• Identify opportunities for refining manufacturing processes related to metal production, refining, and shaping. 

• Focus on enhancing efficiency and reducing costs while upholding quality standards. 

• Maintain meticulous records of experiments, test results, and research discoveries. 

• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to effectively communicate findings to colleagues, management, or clients. 

• Ensure adherence to industry regulations, safety protocols, and environmental standards in all metallurgical processes and experiments. 

Key requirements; 

• A degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field. 

• Familiarity with metallurgical analysis and simulation software/tools. 

• Effective problem-solving skills 

• Excellent communication for conveying technical information. 

• Strong mechanical understanding for metal behaviour comprehension. 

• Data analysis skills for interpreting experimental results. 

On offer is a competitive starting salary of c£25,000 + excellent benefits and fantastic training opportunities