8 science jobs found in Birmingham

Job Title: Laboratory Tech Analysis - Technician (Metallurgy and Materials) Location: Wolverhampton EMC (WV9 5GA) Rate: £21.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £16.42 on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (Financed until September 2026) Hours: Standard 39 Hours Per Week Monday to Friday, over alternating 2 shifts. Early shift 06:00 - 14:00 (M-T), 06:00 - 13:00 (F). Late shift 14:00 - 22:00 (M-T), 13:00 - 20:00 (F). Duties: * Use metallurgical & mechanical preparation and test equipment to assess components according to standard test processes, as required by engineering specifications or drawings. * Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly. * Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws. * Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds. * Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content. * Perform radiographic analysis of...

Lab Technician 6-month initial contract Based in Wolverhampton (onsite working) £21 per hour (Inside IR35), 39 hrs pw *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK* About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Wolverhampton, who are looking for a Lab Technician to join their team. Job Description As Lab Technician, your main responsibilities will include: Use metallurgical & mechanical prep & test equipment, to assess components Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws. Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds. Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content. Qualifications/Skills needed: Prep equipment (e.g. bandsaws, abrasive cutters, grinding, polishing, etching). Materials...

Job title: Test Technician (Metrology) (B) Location: Wolverhampton Duration: 6 Months (rolling) Hourly rate: £21.88ph INSIDE IR35 (Via Umbrella Solutions) Heads are required to work 39hr working week. M - F, over alternating 2 shifts. Early shift 06:00 - 14:00 (M-T), 06:00 - 13:00 (F). Late shift 14:00 - 22:00 (M-T), 13:00 - 20:00 (F). POSITION DESCRIPTION: Use metallurgical & mechanical preparation and test equipment to assess components according to standard test processes, as required by engineering specifications or drawings. Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly. Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws. Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds. Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content. Perform radiographic analysis of components. Support investigation of product quality issues with cross functional teams. Ensure...

Location: Wolverhampton EMC Rate: £21.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £16.42 on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until September 2026) Hours: Standard 39 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Duties: Use metallurgical & mechanical preparation and test equipment to assess components according to standard test processes, as required by engineering specifications or drawings. Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly. Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws. Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds. Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content. Perform radiographic analysis of components. Support investigation of product quality issues with cross functional teams. Ensure internal and external audit compliance to standards including IATF 16949 and ISO 14001. Compliance to Health...

We have a rolling contract opportunity working for Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon Please review and APPLY Job title: Human Factors Engineer (D) Location: Gaydon Duration: 12 months Hourly rate: £33.88ph INSIDE IR35 (Via Umbrella Solutions) POSITION DESCRIPTION: Duties: * As modern vehicles evolve, JLR's customers are experiencing and interacting with vehicles in new and innovative ways. * We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Human Factors Ergonomics team to deliver our customer requirements for our future vehicles. * This role is ideally suited to a skilled individual with a background in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Anthropometrics, Product Design or Design Engineering. Key duties include, but not limited to: * Lead development of Human Factors requirements, in order to deliver the best customer experience. This will include collaboration with key stakeholders around the business including Engineering, Design, Programme, Commercial and...

Contract - Supplier Quality Engineer (Inside IR35) Location - Stafford Recruiting for a Project Quality engineer to to support the delivery of a major  HVDC transmission project executed under an EPC framework. This role ensures that engineering, procurement, manufacturing, civil works, installation, and commissioning activities meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This person will be a key interface between the EPC contractor, suppliers, site teams, and project leadership, driving a consistent and proactive quality culture across all phases.Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and implement the Project Quality Plan, Inspection & Test Plans, and project‑specific quality procedures aligned with EPC contractual requirements. Oversee quality assurance and control activities for converter stations, HV equipment, civil works, mechanical installations, and HVDC control & protection systems, ensuring compliance with technical specifications...

Lead Technician Location: Etches Park Depot, Deadmans Road, Derby 12+ Month Initial Contract Pay: £26.92 /hour PAYE £35.98 /hour Umbrella Hours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern. 10 Hour shifts. Combination of Days & Nights (E.g. - 4 days, 4 off, 4 nights) + Opportunity for overtime, Paid at 1.25% This role falls inside IR35 - payment via PAYE or Umbrella Company Function of Role To service, complex fault find and repair Hitachi rolling stock assets Key Responsibilities Maintain the condition of the work site, materials and equipment Adhere to health, safety, environmental & quality practices in the workplace Prepare for and undertake planned and unplanned maintenance activities Confirm that traction and rolling stock assets comply with operational specifications by the use of engineering processes and techniques Read and extract information from traction and rolling stock drawings and specifications Prepare for and undertake the removal and replacement of traction and...

Job title: AMS - Business Process Subject Matter Expert Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside Start date: Immediate Salary : £32.62 - £36.33 Location: Gloucestershire (Can be based remote) with ad hoc travel to site. Hours of work: Monday - Friday, part time hours available for the right candidate. This is an exciting opportunity to join the UK nuclear industry as a AMS Business Process Subject Matter Expert, supporting the effective use of the Asset Management System (AMS) to enable safe, efficient and compliant operations. Working within a complex and highly regulated environment, you will play a key role in supporting critical business processes including work management, safety management and the maintenance of design integrity. The role offers the chance to work closely with multidisciplinary teams, applying your expertise to optimise system use, improve operational processes and contribute to the safe management of nuclear assets across the organisation. Applicants...