Materials Engineer

Overview

In this role you support the examination, testing and analysis of component materials to uphold McLaren Automotive’s exacting quality standards. You will develop technical skills, engage in material testing and failure analysis, and collaborate with design and production teams to provide material data and insights. The role operates in a fast-growing, high-performance environment, offering opportunities to shape product development and validation through data-driven decisions. This position provides a clear progression path within a culture that values quality and innovation.

Pay / Benefits

• Structured career development framework
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan
• Life assurance

Responsibilities

• Support material investigations including root cause analysis of failure mechanisms and performance degradation
• Carry out material testing strategies (tensile, impact, fatigue, corrosion, thermal property evaluations)
• Assist with sample preparation and microstructural analysis
• Provide material test data and observations to engineering and design teams
• Support communication with suppliers to gather material information and ensure compliance with specifications
• Prepare clear technical reports and recommendations to stakeholders for product development and validation
• Contribute to process improvements in material analysis and help implement new tools or methods
• Collaborate with team members and mentor early career students within the team

Key requirements

• Bachelor, Master or PhD in Materials Engineering, Materials Science or related field
• Some industrial experience (internships, placements) preferably in Automotive or Aerospace
• Basic understanding of failure mechanisms, fatigue behaviour and environmental degradation of materials
• Familiarity with material testing techniques
• Awareness of quality standards and engineering best practices
• Understanding of materials used in the automotive sector (metals, polymers)
• Interest in deepening knowledge of failure mechanisms
• Proficiency in CAD and other engineering software tools
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Curious mindset and desire to learn
• Organised and able to manage tasks
• Material testing techniques
• CAD and other engineering software tools
• Understanding of materials in automotive applications (metallics, polymers)

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