Materials Engineer Industrial Placement

Williams Racing

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Grove - UK

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Functional Header Description 

The Materials Engineering department delivers crucial data to the wider company in order to enable efficient design manufacturing and racing of car components. This information is generated in three main areas; New material characterisation design & manufacturing process support and fault analysis and as a result involves a broad range of materials and associated processes. 

 

Materials Engineer Industrial Placement 
This factory-based role will sit within the Materials Department and deliver development and support for the Engineering Team in exploiting latest materials technology to add performance. This will range from the responsibility for the delivery of specific materials projects assigned testing programs assisting the department with failure investigations and related reporting to the maintenance of departmental documentation to assist the wider organisation. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a team working towards some of the most technologically advanced cars in the world. As part of the Materials team you will be hands on with the testing of numerous types of high-performance materials and processes. You will work alongside talented engineers and manufacturing staff throughout the company gaining a unique insight into the team and wider F1 world. 

 

Shape the Future 

  • Support the creation execution and reporting of material testing programs and characterisation activities. 

  • Investigate and develop process improvements in collaboration with key stakeholders to enhance departmental efficiency. 

  • Assist with failure analysis to determine root causes and prevent recurring issues. 

  • Ensure a safe and organised laboratory environment by adhering to all safety protocols and procedures. 

 

Make Real Impact 

  • Provide manufacturing support through Quality Assurance coupon testing to ensure material reliability. 

  • Maintain and update selected process documents to support the wider organisation. 

  • Develop and maintain departmental documentation such as material data and process records to aid decision-making. 

  • Contribute to Research and Development projects that advance materials engineering within the team. 


Qualifications :

Find Your Place 

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Materials Engineering Materials Science Materials and Structures or a related discipline. 

  • Strong understanding of material properties and testing techniques. 

  • Excellent communication and analytical skills with a focus on materials technologies. 

  • Practical approach supported by relevant studies and prior work experience. 

  • Ability to work independently or collaboratively with cross-functional teams. 

  • Adaptable proactive and accountable with the ability to meet tight deadlines. 

  • Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn. 

  • Experience in a laboratory environment (preferred but not essential). 

  • Engineering experience through internships or personal projects (highly desirable). 


Additional Information :

Life at Williams 

Based at our Grove campus in Oxfordshire enjoy competitive benefits exclusive events subsidised dining special car schemes and 24/7 gym access with fitness classes. Need a break Relax in green spaces or explore nearby Oxford city centre just 30 minutes away by bus. 

 

Additional Information 

Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion and welcomes discussions about reasonable job adjustments. 

This job description is not exhaustive and the job holder will be required to carry out from time-to-time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities. 

Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time

Functional Header Description The Materials Engineering department delivers crucial data to the wider company in order to enable efficient design manufacturing and racing of car components. This information is generated in three main areas; New material characterisation design & manufacturing proces...
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