Vacancy – Metallurgist – Aerospace

Abbey Forged Products is the UK’s leading forge master in the oil & gas industry and have recently acquired accreditations for the Nuclear and Aerospace industries.  With over 40 years’ experience in forging, Abbey are specialists in creating bespoke products using open die forging.

We currently have an opportunity for a Metallurgist experienced in Aerospace and NADCAP to join our Technical department.  The role will involve being instrumental in the continued development and management of metallurgical and quality issues relating to product and plant.

Main duties will include:

• Technical/Quality review of all orders, projects and specifications.
• Maintenance of the specification system.
• Generation of project specific documents such as Manufacturing Procedure, Specifications and test location drawings.
• Provide necessary technical training to fellow colleagues as required.
• Monitoring process sensitive operations (e.g. forging and heat treatment) where necessary.
• Representing in pre-production meetings with customers and suppliers.

 The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge and experience: –

• A qualification in Metallurgy, Materials Engineering or similar related field.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of Aerospace and NADCAP is essential.
• Ability to communicate at all levels effectively, both verbally and written.
• Good decision-making skills
• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Keen eye for detail, quality focused.
• Planning and project management skills.
• Highly numerate with good statistical and analytical skills.
• Practical knowledge of MS Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Knowledge of computer aided design packages, specifically SolidWorks, preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work effectively within a team but also be self-motivated and lead if required.

What we offer in return: –

• Competitive salaries
• 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays. Also, up to a maximum of a 5 extra days holiday based on length of service.
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme, that includes 24/7 365 day a year access to counselling and financial advice for employees and their partners.
• Death in Service benefit
• Real training and development opportunities
• Abbey prides itself on their exceptionally modern and clean working facilities that are second to none.
• We encourage team spirit and strive for continuous improvement providing rewards for 6s.
• Free onsite parking
• Canteen facilities offering hot & cold food choices and daily specials.

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to hr@abbeyfp.co.uk