Job Description

Junior Application Engineer

Location: Casalpusterlengo plant - hybrid model ( at least 2 days on site)

The role

You’ll support both sides of the engineering lifecycle. One minute you’re helping shape a concept for a customer proposal; the next you’re producing drawings that manufacturing teams actually rely on.

It’s not just CAD work, and it’s not just theory. You’ll get exposure to real projects, real constraints, and occasionally real sites (hard hat included).

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities

• Support customer discussions by gathering technical requirements and understanding application conditions
• Assist with feasibility studies and solution selection (performance, cost, manufacturability)
• Create 3D models in Inventor and 2D drawings in AutoCAD
• Produce engineering deliverables – BOMs, specifications, and manufacturing documentation
• Turn concept designs into fully released, build-ready drawings and documentation
• Support engineering changes (ECR/ECO) and keep documentation accurate and traceable
• Work with Project Managers to track risks, resolve issues, and keep projects moving
• Get involved in troubleshooting during manufacturing, installation, and commissioning
• Support on-site supervision activities globally when required
• Help improve templates, standards, and ways of working (not just follow them blindly)

Qualifications

About you / what you’ll bring

• A degree in Mechanical, Materials, Industrial Engineering (or similar) – or equivalent practical experience
• Up to 3 years’ experience in application or design engineering (internships count)
• Familiarity with CAD tools – ideally Autodesk Inventor and/or AutoCAD
• A basic understanding of industrial processes, or the curiosity to learn fast
• Experience (or exposure) to translating customer needs into technical solutions
• A structured approach to problem-solving – you like figuring things out, not guessing
• Good communication skills – you can explain things clearly without overcomplicating them
• Attention to detail, especially when it comes to drawings and documentation
• A team-first mindset – open to feedback, willing to learn, and easy to work with
• Comfortable working in English; other European languages are a bonus
• A bit of resilience – projects change, things move quickly, and that’s part of the job

Nice to have

• Exposure to high-temperature materials, insulation, or refractory applications
• Experience working with manufacturing or operations teams
• Familiarity with BOMs, engineering documentation, or change control processes
• Basic root cause analysis/problem-solving tools

What you’ll get

• Full exposure to the engineering lifecycle – from concept through to site installation
• Hands-on experience early in your career (not just shadowing others)
• Support from experienced engineers who’ll help you develop properly
• International project exposure, including site work
• A straightforward, practical engineering environment – focused on getting things right

If this sounds like you, apply now.

Don’t have an up-to-date CV? No problem – send what you have or reach out to our Talent team on LinkedIn.

Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Thermal Ceramics division designs, manufactures and installs a broad range of thermal insulation products that significantly reduce energy consumption and emissions in a variety of high temperature processing applications. Our product offering is extensive and covers application needs from Industrial to Commercial markets.

Key Figures: Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

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