Material Testing Technician

Material Testing Technician Location: Bath Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (DOE) Full-time | 39 hours | Early finish Fridays We're looking for an experienced Material Testing Technician to join a modern and growing manufacturing business in Bath. This is a key technical role supporting the production of high-precision components used across aerospace, automotive, and power generation sectors. The Role As a Material Testing Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring materials and components meet required specifications through a range of mechanical and metallurgical testing methods. This is a hands-on position combining laboratory work, inspection, and technical reporting, ideal for candidates with a background in materials, engineering, or quality testing. Key responsibilities include: Carry out a range of material testing activities, including: Hardness testing Tensile testing Microstructural analysis using optical microscopy Surface finish and defect analysis SEM analysis (where applicable) Prepare samples using sectioning, mounting, polishing, grinding and etching techniques Review and interpret test results against engineering specifications Support quality control processes within production Produce clear and accurate test reports Maintain and calibrate testing equipment Work in line with industry standards including ISO, ASTM and NADCAP Support investigations into material or production-related issuesHours Mon-Thurs: 07:00-16:30 or 07:30-16:30 Fri: 07:00-12:00 or 07:30-12:30 About You Background in Materials Science, Engineering, or a related field Experience within a laboratory, quality, or manufacturing environment desirable Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach Able to interpret technical specifications and data Hands-on and comfortable working with testing equipment Good IT and reporting skillsWhat's on Offer £30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience Company bonus scheme + annual pay reviews Up to 12% pension contribution Private healthcare 25 days holiday Training and development opportunities Clean, modern working environmentIf you're looking for a technically engaging role where you can take real ownership of metallurgical analysis and contribute to engineering decisions, we'd love to hear from you