Structural Integrity Specialist

Reference: 1208869997

22nd April 2008 at 14:13 BST by Patric Maine. Permalink.

Our Client's Technical and Assurance Services has a vacancy for a materials specialist (or a structural integrity specialist with a strong materials bias) based in Quedgeley , near Gloucester.

Location:

Quedgeley, Gloucester; Derby

Staff Salary:

£25k to £45k

The Post

We have a vacancy for a specialist to provide advice on materials issues related to component integrity, including irradiation, ageing and corrosion degradation effects in steels and other metallic materials. Ideally, the applicant should have a good knowledge of fracture mechanics and failure processes including their relationship with micro structural features at both high and low temperatures. Responsible for: Clear and concise written reporting of the work. Providing advice on materials issues to other projects and contracts and to other specialists within the Group. Assisting with business development within the department which will include the involvement of proposal writing.

Key Qualities

Applicants should have a strong technical background (at least good honours degree level) in the field of metallic materials in relation to component integrity. Applicants should have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a member of a team. Previous experience of project management and consultancy would be an advantage. Previous experience of finite element stress analysis, particularly on mechanistic modelling, would be an advantage.

To apply please send your CV with covering letter stating the role/location you are interested in and quoting your current remuneration package to cv@energyrs.co.uk or visit our website for similar position across the UK. www.nuclearenergyjobs.co.uk