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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.
