Materials Engineer

Shape Tomorrow's Materials, Today: Empower Innovation as a Composite Materials Engineer at Datum Advanced Composites!

Job Specification

About Us

We are Datum Advanced Composites Private Limited – a rapidly growing fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite manufacturing business from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. At Datum, we design, develop, and manufacture high-performance, lightweight FRP composite products for our customers. We cover all aspects of the composite product lifecycle, from new product design, process development, prototyping, verification and validation, and series production to aftersales product support. We offer accurate market intelligence and industry-leading technical training courses to help businesses and professionals grow effectively.

Our customer base includes global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Micro, Small & Medium Scale Enterprises (MSMEs), Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and academic organisations hailing from the Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Mass Transport, Marine, Renewable Energy and Healthcare sectors. We work with customers on one-off assignments, short-term projects, multi-stage programmes and long-term development partnerships. At Datum, we cater to a diverse customer base. You will get an opportunity to work on a wide variety of solutions ranging from unmanned platforms, aerospace and defence systems, marine structures, automotive parts, energy systems, smart prosthetics to robotics.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Materials Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the research, development, and implementation of novel materials and manufacturing processes. You will join the Technical job family in our Advanced Manufacturing Facility at 523, Ratanpur, Panki, Kanpur – 208020, Uttar Pradesh, India. The role is Full-time and Permanent.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate shall be responsible for performing the following activities:

Lead the design and development of composite materials for specific applications, ensuring optimal performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative manufacturing processes that enhance product quality and efficiency.
Conduct material testing, analysis, and characterisation to validate performance against industry standards.
Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to materials or processes in the manufacturing lifecycle.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements, incorporating new techniques to enhance our product offerings.
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, sharing insights and findings to drive project success, presenting ideas, reporting on project progress, and contributing to technical discussions.
Maintain detailed documentation of materials development processes, testing results, and process parameters, ensuring that knowledge is effectively shared within the team and in future.
Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure that the manufactured products meet established quality standards.
Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines when working with materials, equipment, and processes. Ensure that all work is conducted in compliance with industry regulations and company safety policies.
Take ownership of projects related to materials development and process optimisation, involving project planning, resource allocation, progress tracking, and timely delivery of project milestones.

Key Personal Attributes, Experiences and Qualifications

The successful candidate shall demonstrate the following attributes:

Essential

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Proven experience in composite materials development and process engineering.
Strong understanding of composite materials, their properties, and manufacturing processes.
Proficiency in CAD software and simulation tools for composite material analysis.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to experimentation and prototyping.
Proficiency in test specimen preparation, using test equipment as per the standards and customer requirements.
Ability to generate high-quality technical documents and reports for internal use, publications and patents.
Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Desired

Master’s or PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Experience with automation and robotics in composite manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of regulatory standards in the aerospace or automotive industries.
Familiarity with statistical analysis tools for process optimisation.

Benefits and Additional Information

We offer excellent career development opportunities, competitive salaries, and exceptional benefits. We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce.

All employment is subject to satisfactory candidate assessment, references provided, attainment of either a security clearance or police verification, medical assessment, and right-to-work permit, as applicable.

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