Materials technician jobs

Materials technicians, among other titles, test the behavior of materials under various conditions to aid in the development of new goods and the improvement of existing ones.

How to Develop

Examine the various paths to this position.

You can apply for this position by:

a university course

a training program

preparing for this role

College

You may take a college course to obtain some of the necessary abilities for this position. The following courses are available:

Laboratory Technical Skills Level 3 Certificate

Engineering Level 3 Diploma

Level 3 Applied Science Diploma

Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing, and Control at the T Level

Requirements for entry

You might require:

5 GCSEs, including English, maths, and science, at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) or equivalent

For a T level, 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) or equivalent, including English and maths

Apprenticeship

The following apprenticeships are relevant to this position:

intermediate or advanced apprenticeship in non-destructive testing

Advanced apprenticeship in composites technology

Requirements for entry

Typically, you'll require:

for an intermediate apprenticeship, some GCSEs, usually containing English and arithmetic, or equivalent

For an advanced apprenticeship, 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) or equivalent, including English and arithmetic

Work

Start as a lab assistant or trainee technician in a testing facility and earn your certification while working.

Employers will look for 4 or 5 GCSEs in math, English, and a science, preferably physics or chemistry. Some employers may require A levels or other equivalent qualifications, such as applied science.

What is required

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Knowledge and abilities

You'll require:

engineering science and technology knowledge

math expertise

the ability to reason and think clearly

chemistry expertise, including safe chemical usage and disposal

physics understanding

abilities to think critically

to be meticulous and detail-oriented

manufacturing production and processes knowledge

should be able to successfully utilize a computer and the major software programs

What will you do?

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Day-to-day responsibilities

You will:

Material strength and flexibility are evaluated under various situations.

Material properties such as chemical composition are tested.

evaluate the materials' cost, dependability, safety, and environmental impact

look for new ways to utilise materials in product creation.

estimate the dangers that hazardous items pose

write reports and analyze test results

Working conditions

In a laboratory, a factory, or an office, you may work.

You may be required to wear protective clothing and use protective equipment.

Career growth and path

Examine prospects for advancement in this role and others.

You can earn EngTech rank by becoming a senior technician and registering with the Engineering Council.

A materials engineer can obtain further certifications through full-time or part-time study or a degree apprenticeship.

Purchase, sales, and management are all possibilities.