MATERIALS ENGINEER
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
Gates Corporation is an industry leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. The company has facilities around the world serving the automotive, industrial and Oil & Gas sectors. This position is part of the Engineering team, based in Cramlington Global Centre for Hose Manufacturing.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Working full-time from our Cramlington facility, the materials engineer will conduct research, specify, and select materials and/or technologies to facilitate the application of specific materials, supporting hose designs, optimizing production processes, and enhancing production efficiency.

Key responsibilities:

1. Assess and, if necessary, revise or develop materials for current hose designs and/or assemblies.
2. Manage and maintain Material Data Sheets within the relevant system, ensuring they are up to date.
3. Manage goods in approval and shelf-life extension program for raw materials.
4. Support post failure analysis activity.
5. Support procurement and operations teams on sourcing and processing of raw material.
6. Work closely with material lab technicians on active research and engineering projects.

ABOUT YOU

Required Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree in materials science/engineering, chemical engineering, or process engineering/science.
2. A minimum of three years of experience in either research and development or manufacturing within a related product line.

Required Skills:

1. Innovative thinking and proficient problem-solving skills.
2. Production or commercialization experience preferred.
3. Knowledge of polymer technology or metallurgy would be beneficial.

WHY GATES?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Gates is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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To apply, please send your current CV and evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK with Indefinite Leave to Remain.

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