Development Engineer - Gloucester

Full time-Up to GBP32,000- M-F

Due to a recent expansion, my client is looking for a Development Engineer thatwill manage the delivery of science & engineering projects across the Composite & Polymer products unit.

This will include development of material solutions for customers, preparation of enquiry responses, material investigations, testing & validation activities, productionisation support, development projects and improvement projects - a widely varied role. The role will award technical project ownership from conception through to production and after sales support.

Responsibilities:

Lead the delivery of science & engineering projects including material and process investigations, enquiry responses & material development projects.Manage the development of new products,processes,and solutions for a variety of challenging applications.Specification & execution of test programs for development and validation of new products.Supporting the business development team with on-site visits, customer calls and event attendance.Acting as a point of contact for suppliers, customers, sister sites and internal departments.Become the technical expert in the business for assigned projects.Definition of internal and external test programs to enable characterisation of new grades.Occasional UK travel likely, infrequent overseas travel potential Person:

Qualified in a relevant materials,science,or engineeringdiscipline.Awareness of material science and engineering principlesWell organised and comfortable completing multiple projectsconcurrently.Experience in technical writing of reports.Problem solving abilityessential.Familiarity with composite or polymer materialsdesirable.Excellent attention to detail and enjoy working in a procedure driven environment.Eligible for Security Clearance. Benefits:

26 days of annual leave plus bank holidaysStandard Employer Pension ContributionIncome protection scheme and Private medical coverCycle to work scheme If th