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Permanent

Materials & Testing Engineer

Elix Sourcing Solutions
Ottery St Mary
money-bag £35000 - £45000/annum 22 Days Holiday plus BH, Medical Cov
Posted: 24 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 22 August 2026
Ref: 225409240

Materials & Testing Engineer

-35,000 - -45,000 + Training + Progression + 22 Days + Bank Holidays + Healthcare + Life Assurance

Monday - Friday

Bingley - Commutable from Exeter, Taunton, Axminster, Chard, Sidmouth

Are you a degree-qualified Materials, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineer with a background in materials testing or manufacturing looking to step into a technical leadership role? Do you want to join a leading group that offers flexible working hours, project management ownership, and first-class career development?

Due to continued growth, my client is looking for a Materials & Testing Engineer to join their small, specialist team working out of a state-of-the-art facility near Exeter. The successful applicant will become a key problem solver within the business, leading technical investigations and performing sophisticated destructive, mechanical, and thermal testing on advanced composite materials.

This is an excellent opportunity within a successful, expanding manufacturer that is at the forefront of its sector. You will be joining an experienced team within a company that prides itself on staff retention, offering the opportunity to provide technical leadership and advance your career.

For more information please click apply and contact Shannon Webb - REF 5280 - (phone number removed)



The Role:

  • Hands-on laboratory testing using specialised equipment.

  • Full project management from cradle to grave, ensuring customer testing programs are delivered on time and within budget.

  • Acting as a technical expert for internal teams and external customers while driving technical investigations.



The Candidate:

  • Degree-qualified a relevant subject with industrial composites/adhesives experience.

  • Practical laboratory experience with knowledge of material testing standards.

  • Strong problem-solving skills, project management capabilities, and a able to work in the office full time.

Consultant: Shannon Webb

Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

Materials Engineer | Testing Engineer | Composites | Non-Metallic Materials | ASTM | BS EN ISO | DMA | Aerospace | Laboratory | Mechanical Engineering | Project | Exeter |Taunton |Chard | Sidmouth|

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