RINA is currently recruiting for a Graduate Materials Engineering Consultant to join its office in Leatherhead within the Energy Engineering Solutions Division. Why RINA? Work on diverse projects involving advanced materials analysis and engineering. Collaborate with industry experts and receive tailored mentorship. Travel opportunities, both nationally and internationally. Be part of a dynamic team that solves complex engineering problems. Responsibilities As a Graduate Materials Engineering Consultant, you will: Investigate materials-related issues, focusing on how materials impact product or asset performance and reliability. Perform hands-on testing and analysis using state-of-the-art techniques like FTIR, GC, and ion chromatography. Evaluate materials for new applications and ensure compliance with specifications and legislative standards. Contribute to technical proposals, client meetings, and deliver high-quality reports. Collaborate with senior consultants, learning industry-leading techniques and practices. About You We’re looking for passionate, inquisitive problem-solvers with: A minimum 2:1 degree in Materials Engineering or a related STEM field (MEng, MSc, or PhD preferred). A hands-on approach and demonstrable practical ability. Strong written and verbal communication skills. A team-oriented mindset with a client-focused approach. A full UK driving licence (or commitment to obtain one). What We Offer Joining our team as a Graduate Materials Engineering Consultant means you’ll gain more than just hands-on experience in the field. Here’s what you can look forward to: Professional Growth and Development A supportive environment to enhance your skills and knowledge. Opportunities to work directly with clients and in our state-of-the-art laboratories in Leatherhead. Exposure to advanced analytical techniques and real-world engineering applications. Travel opportunities, both nationally and internationally (10–25% of your time). Professional development support, including pathways to becoming chartered and covering the cost of professional memberships. Comprehensive Benefits Package Generous Leave: 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase more. Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare cover (with family options available) and life assurance. Pension: Matched 6% pension contributions. Family Support: Paid parental leave and additional unpaid leave for military reservists. Work-Life Balance: Cycle-to-work scheme and employee perks like retail discounts. Additional Perks STEM Advocacy: Paid leave for STEM Ambassadors to inspire the next generation of engineers. Recognition and Referrals: A generous recruitment referral bonus. Global Collaboration: Work with world-class professionals across diverse market sectors. With over 5,600 employees and 200 offices in 70 countries worldwide, RINA is a multinational player which provides certification, marine classification, product testing, site supervision and vendor inspection, training and engineering consultancy services across a wide range of sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion. The aim is to guarantee a project’s technical, environmental and safety - and sometimes also economic and financial - sustainability. At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.