About this role
Join our team in Derby as a Materials Engineer to support high‑performance component development within a cutting‑edge turbomachinery environment. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure that all materials selected for critical components meet demanding performance, durability, and manufacturability requirements.
The role involves working with a broad spectrum of metallic materials — from austenitic steels to advanced nickel‑based alloys — as well as supporting joining processes, coatings, and surface engineering used in high‑temperature, high‑stress applications.
Location: Derby On Site: 3x a week Clearance: Not required Experience Level: Mid level Key Responsibilities:
Provide technical expertise on material selection for complex, high‑integrity componentsEvaluate and qualify materials ranging from austenitic steels to aerospace‑grade nickel alloysSupport manufacturing processes including brazing, heat treatment, and advanced coating technologiesDevelop and maintain material specifications, testing plans, and qualification documentationConduct material investigations, including failure analysis and root‑cause assessmentsCollaborate with design, manufacturing, and supplier teams to ensure materials meet performance and compliance requirementsAssess supplier capability and material quality for critical componentsContribute to R&D initiatives aimed at improving material performance and manufacturability Required Skills:
Experience with high‑temperature alloys, including nickel‑based superalloysStrong understanding of metallic microstructures, degradation mechanisms, and material behaviour under extreme conditionsKnowledge of brazing, joining methods, and protective coating systemsFamiliarity with manufacturing processes such as forging, casting, machining, and heat treatmentExperience in materials testing, qualification, and failure analysisAbility to interpret engineering drawings, standards, and technical specificationsStrong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional engineering teamsRequired Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.Desirable Skills:
Experience with high‑temperature metallic alloys, including nickel‑based superalloys and advanced stainless steelsStrong understanding of material behaviour under thermal, mechanical, and environmental stressKnowledge of joining technologies such as brazing, diffusion bonding, and high‑integrity weld processesFamiliarity with coating and surface engineering for wear, oxidation, and corrosion protection Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industriesPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programmeLife insurance & Pension SchemeSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildingsFlexible way of working (role dependent)We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.