Technical Advisor Materials Engineering Technical Advisor Materials Engineering (Metallurgy, Corrosion & Welding) Materials Performance and Characterisation (MPC) Location : Cambridge Contract : Permanent Hours : Full time Job Profile : Technical Advisor Reference number : 42/24 Description of role: We are seeking a highly experienced and enthusiastic Technical Advisor with at least 15 years of post-degree experience to help supervise and deliver our existing programmes and to influence our technical direction and commercial growth in the Materials Performance and Characterisation (MPC) Section of the Materials Performance and Integrity (MPI) Group, based in Great Abington, Cambridge. The MPC Section supports a global client base via its world-class expertise in materials testing and characterisation, degradation and failure mechanisms, microstructure property relationships, welding metallurgy and corrosion engineering, combined with broad knowledge of issues affecting materials in industrial service. Projects range from rapid turn-round failure investigations to long-term R&D programmes for individual companies, consortia of companies and governmental programmes in oil & gas, power generation, heavy engineering and transport sectors. This role requires in-depth experience in metallic materials and extensive knowledge of welding to ensure proposals are correctly aligned with the clients’ needs, combined with technical expertise and an ability to deliver high-quality work to time and budget. The role also expects evidence of international technology leadership, and a track record of solving industrial challenges impartially and in the most cost-effective way, through advice, consultancy or innovation. Key areas include advanced materials characterisation, failure investigation, corrosion and damage analysis (including but not limited to hydrogen embrittlement of high-performance alloys), welding, materials manufacturing processes (including advanced processes, such as additive manufacturing), process-microstructure-performance relationship, analysis of in-service performance and properties, relating to the use and operation of ferritic steels and corrosion resistant alloys. Travel : This position may require regular travel both in the UK and abroad. About us: TWI Ltd is a world expert in engineering, materials and joining technologies with significant property assets. We provide industry with advice and know-how in design, fabrication, failure analysis and prevention. We offer opportunities to collaborate with inspiring and expert teams and a supportive environment in which you are actively encouraged to share your ideas and continually develop your own skills and knowledge. If you are looking to join an organisation that is fuelled by innovation, teamwork, and openness, this role could be for you. Diversity statement: TWI Ltd is committed to treating all employees fairly and to being an inclusive employer. Our aim is to create a work environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our people practices to attract, develop and retain the best talent. Inclusion: We recognise that it’s the differences of our people that gives us our competitive edge and enables us to maintain our world leading reputation. This is why we are committed to ensuring there is diversity across every level of our organisation; representative of the Members and societies we serve. We have made Inclusion our number one corporate value to demonstrate our commitment to ensure it is at the core of everything we do at TWI. Disability Confident Scheme : We are pleased to confirm that we have achieved the first stage accreditation, which means we are a ‘Disability Confident Employer’. This is a government-supported scheme that supports organisations like TWI to make the most of the talents that people with disability can bring to our workplace. The scheme helps us recruit and retain great people; draw from the widest possible pool of talent; secure high-quality employees who are skilled, loyal and hardworking; and improve employee morale and commitment by demonstrating that we treat all of our people fairly. Why work for TWI? We offer a competitive salary, share-in-success bonus scheme, generous pension scheme (both employee contribution (flexible amount) and TWI contribution (up to 10% of salary), holiday (20 days 5 corporate days 8 bank holiday’s), private health and dental cover, career development and training, onsite employee restaurant, onsite gym, day nursery available for companies on Granta Park (Cambridge) site (subject to availability), onsite parking and more. We know that balancing work and personal life can at times be challenging. This is why we continue to review and implement family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible working, enhanced maternity pay and paid parental leave. TWI Culture As one of the world’s leading independent research and technology organisations, we are committed to attracting, motivating and retaining the best talent from around the world. Our goal is to develop the next generation of experts to address future industry challenges. We are committed to creating a culture that recognises and respects the differences between people while valuing the contribution everyone makes to TWI. The diversity of our staff and students makes a positive and important contribution to our continuing success. TWI offers a comprehensive training programme, incorporating both in-house and external courses to support staff development. TWI Values: Our six values provide a point of reference for the way we expect our people to operate and behave. Inclusion: Valuing the contribution from every individual, creating value for our customers Teamwork: Building effective working relationships, we accomplish more together Adaptability: Engaging positively with change to meet the needs of the business Taking Responsibility : Achieving our objectives and personal development Innovation & Expertise : Championing new ideas and sharing knowledge to solve industry problems Customer Focus : Building trusting relationships with our customers