Materials Engineer QLD

• Permanent full-time position with competitive salary & benefits package
  
• Enjoy a role where every day is different
  
• Remuneration commensurate with experience and relocation package provided
  

This role is not a lab-based role and requires regular regional and interstate travel to client or incident sites for inspection of possible failures of plant, equipment or machinery.   As part of the Induction process, the successful candidate may be required to spend a minimum of 4 - 6 weeks in Victoria to gain thorough understanding of the business standards and procedures.

Reporting to the General Manager Engineering your responsibilities would include:

• Performing forensic engineering and failure investigations.
  
• Performing root cause analysis.
  
• Conducting materials testing.
  
• Conducting fire investigations (training provided)
  
• Conducting specialist non-destructive testing (training provided).
  
• Engaging with clients both prior to, during and post job completion.
  
• Providing expert witness services.
  
• Consulting with clients on materials related topics.
  
• Preparing and reviewing written reports for clients.
  
• Developing an ongoing working relationship with all relevant clients, organisations and individuals.
  
• Conduct on-site testing both locally and interstate as required.
  

• Have undergraduate qualifications in Materials Engineering or equivalent. (Mandatory)
  
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in root cause analysis and/or failure analysis. (Mandatory)
  
• Be able to travel locally and interstate to conduct inspections and on-site testing.
  
• Have a solid understanding of the principles and process of failure analysis and demonstrated critical thinking.
  
• Be personable and have well-developed communication skills (both oral and written).
  
• Have a practical, hands-on approach.
  
• Ability to adapt technical knowledge to a variety of materials (known and unknown).
  
• Be willing to learn additional skills
  
• Able to adapt to Company standards and procedures
  
• Ability to work independently, but know when to collaborate with professional peers
  
• Demonstrated experience producing quality technical reports in a timely manner.
  
• Be proficient in the use of MS office software and cloud-based CRM applications.
  
• Be customer service focused – including being capable of answering clients' technical questions
  
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
  
• Have a current driver’s license.
  
• Must have Australian working rights.
  

• Permanent position with a competitive salary and benefits package.
  
• Generous relocation package.
  
• Being part of a dedicated team in a supportive and friendly work environment, where the company considers their employees to be the most valuable asset to the business.
  
• Professional development opportunities.
  
• Employee discount scheme.
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  
• Optional vehicle novated lease opportunity.
  
• Use of a pool vehicle for travelling to site.
  
• Annual health and wellness benefit.
  
• Work for an employer that values innovation, quality and customer satisfaction.
  

If you are an experienced Materials Engineer and believe you have the required attributes as mentioned above, then please apply and our team will be in touch to discuss the position in further detail.