Metallurgy Laboratory Technician
CV-LibraryWolverhampton, West Midlands (County)contractPosted: 30 June 2026
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Based in Wolverhampton
Duties:
* Use metallurgical & mechanical preparation and test equipment to assess components according to standard test processes, as required by engineering specifications or drawings.
* Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly.
* Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws.
* Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds.
* Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content.
* Perform radiographic analysis of components.
* Support investigation of product quality issues with cross functional teams.
* Ensure internal and external audit compliance to standards including IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
* Compliance to Health and Safety procedures by ensuring all safety metrics are achieved, including identifying safety hazards and risks and supporting implementation of corrective action.
* Adhere to local working documents and lab practises, e.g. 5S, Local Work Instructions, Autonomous Maintenance Tasks, Risk & COSHH assessments.
* Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested
Skills:
Essential
* Previous experience incorporating knowledge and practical operation of materials testing equipment (optical microscopes, hardness, tensile, composition, cleanliness, FTIR, OES, DSC, RFU. Etc).
* Metallurgical knowledge of steel and aluminium, and experience in applying this know-how.
* Able to interpret Engineering drawings and Specifications.
* Computer skills – experienced using Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Desirable
* Previous experience in interpreting X-Rays and CT scans.
* A working knowledge of welding (MIG/TIG/CMT).
* CSWIP weld inspection experience.
* Use of ultrasonic equipment/PAUT for spot weld measurement.
Excellent Opportunity with immediate starts available
Based in Wolverhampton
Duties:
* Use metallurgical & mechanical preparation and test equipment to assess components according to standard test processes, as required by engineering specifications or drawings.
* Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly.
* Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws.
* Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds.
* Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content.
* Perform radiographic analysis of components.
* Support investigation of product quality issues with cross functional teams.
* Ensure internal and external audit compliance to standards including IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
* Compliance to Health and Safety procedures by ensuring all safety metrics are achieved, including identifying safety hazards and risks and supporting implementation of corrective action.
* Adhere to local working documents and lab practises, e.g. 5S, Local Work Instructions, Autonomous Maintenance Tasks, Risk & COSHH assessments.
* Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested
Skills:
Essential
* Previous experience incorporating knowledge and practical operation of materials testing equipment (optical microscopes, hardness, tensile, composition, cleanliness, FTIR, OES, DSC, RFU. Etc).
* Metallurgical knowledge of steel and aluminium, and experience in applying this know-how.
* Able to interpret Engineering drawings and Specifications.
* Computer skills – experienced using Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Desirable
* Previous experience in interpreting X-Rays and CT scans.
* A working knowledge of welding (MIG/TIG/CMT).
* CSWIP weld inspection experience.
* Use of ultrasonic equipment/PAUT for spot weld measurement.
Excellent Opportunity with immediate starts available