Materials Engineer Graduate Trainee

GRADUATE TRAINEE MATERIALS ENGINEER

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be the perfect place for you.

Gates Corporation is an industry-leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. With facilities around the world, we serve the automotive, industrial, and Oil & Gas sectors. This Graduate Trainee position is part of the Engineering team, based in our Cramlington Global Centre for Hose Manufacturing.

WHAT TO EXPECT

As a Graduate Trainee working full-time from our Cramlington facility, you will embark on a comprehensive development program designed to equip you with the skills and experience necessary to excel in materials engineering. You will engage in hands-on projects, collaborate with experienced engineers, and participate in rotations across different departments to gain a holistic understanding of our operations.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in assessing and developing materials for current hose designs and assemblies.
• Participate in the revision and improvement of material specifications to enhance product performance.
• Help manage and maintain Material Data Sheets within our internal systems, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information.
• Support the goods approval and shelf-life extension program for raw materials.
• Participate in post-failure analysis activities to identify and address material-related issues.
• Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to source and process raw materials.
• Assist in optimising production processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Work closely with material lab technicians on active research and engineering projects.
• Contribute innovative ideas and support experimental setups to test new materials and technologies.

ABOUT YOU

Required Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Process Engineering/Science.

Required Skills:

• Ability to think creatively and contribute fresh ideas to projects.
• Proficient in identifying issues and developing effective solutions.
• Basic understanding of polymer technology or metallurgy is advantageous.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Enthusiasm for gaining hands-on experience and developing professionally.

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones, we operate as “One Gates” and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers’ diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

To apply, please send your current CV and evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK with Indefinite Leave to Remain via Indeed or to Human Resources, Gates (U.K). Limited, Tinwald Downs Road, Heathhall, Dumfries, DG1 1TS.

ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Materials Engineer - Cramlington