Graduate Materials & Corrosion Engineer
Graduate Materials \& Corrosion Engineer
Concrete Preservation Technologies Limited (CPT) is looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Materials \& Corrosion Engineer to join our growing Technical Department based in Long Eaton, Nottingham.
This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate with a passion for engineering, materials science or chemistry to begin a specialist career in the investigation, assessment and protection of reinforced concrete infrastructure.
No previous industry experience is required. We provide comprehensive training, ongoing mentoring and a structured development programme designed to help you become a specialist corrosion engineer.
Working alongside experienced engineers and industry experts, you will develop practical knowledge of reinforced concrete deterioration, electrochemistry, corrosion science and cathodic protection systems while contributing to major infrastructure projects throughout the UK.
The Role
As a Graduate Materials \& Corrosion Engineer, you will:
- Learn the mechanisms of reinforced concrete deterioration
- Assist with the interpretation of laboratory and site investigation results.
- Support the production of technical reports and corrosion assessments.
- Learn how to design galvanic, hybrid and impressed current cathodic protection systems.
- Analyse half\-cell potential surveys, chloride profiles, carbonation depths and other durability testing.
- Assist with the preparation of technical specifications and design calculations.
- Attend sites across the UK to inspect reinforced concrete structures and support technical investigations.
- Work closely with our survey teams and partners to develop practical repair strategies.
- Develop into a specialist corrosion consultant capable of independently designing corrosion protection systems.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone with genuine curiosity and an interest in understanding why structures deteriorate and how engineering can solve these problems.
Ideally you will have:
- A degree in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Chemical Engineering or another STEM discipline.
- Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills.
- Excellent written communication and technical report writing ability.
- A methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.
- The ability to interpret technical information and scientific data.
- A willingness to travel throughout the UK when required.
- A positive attitude and enthusiasm to develop specialist knowledge.
- Degree in a STEM subject (essential)
- Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)
- Right to work in the UK
You'll receive structured training covering:
- Corrosion science and electrochemistry
- Reinforced concrete durability
- BS EN ISO 12696 Cathodic Protection
- Materials testing and interpretation
- Concrete pathology
- Cathodic protection design
- Technical report writing
- Site investigations
- Professional presentation skills
What We Offer
- Competitive graduate salary
- Performance\-related annual bonus
- Employee\-Owned Trust bonus scheme
- Pension scheme
- 23 days holiday, rising with service, plus bank holidays
- Full technical training and mentoring
- Clear progression within a growing specialist consultancy
- Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects
Long Eaton, Nottingham
Hybrid working available following probation.
UK travel required with occasional overnight stays.
Contract: Full\-time, Permanent
About CPT
At Concrete Preservation Technologies (CPT), we are committed to protecting and extending the life of critical infrastructure worldwide. Guided by sustainability and innovation, we deliver advanced corrosion protection systems, technical consultancy and specialist engineering solutions for reinforced concrete structures.
Our team works across highways, rail, marine, buildings, multi\-storey car parks, power stations and other critical infrastructure throughout the UK and internationally.
As an Employee\-Owned Trust, every member of staff shares directly in the success of the business and plays an important role in shaping its future.
This is a opportunity to become a specialist within a rapidly growing business, developing expertise in one of the UK's most niche and rewarding sectors.
Learn more at www.cp\-tech.co.uk
Click APPLY now and begin your career with CPT.
Pay: £30,000\.00\-£40,000\.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On\-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Sabbatical
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