Job Description

Vacancy
Title: Materials Technologist

Vacancy
Location: Dunmurry

Engagement
Type: Permanent

The Role:

Here at Survitec, we are currently recruiting for a Materials
Technologist to join our Customer Service team.

Key responsibilities for the Materials Technologist role include but are
not limited to:

Testing & Quality Assurance

Performing mechanical testing (e.g., tensile strength,
elongation, ply adhesion, seam strength).

Conducting chemical resistance and environmental exposure
tests (e.g., UV, salt spray, hydrolysis resistance).

Ensuring compliance with ISO, ASTM, and industry-specific
standards.

Liaise with external test facilities as necessary.

Maintain / ensure Laboratory and associated activity is compliant to the appropriate regulatory standard.

Product Development

Working with suppliers to assess new materials and improve
cost-efficiency.

Developing and validating alternative materials for cost
savings and performance improvements.

Investigating failure modes in materials and recommending
design improvements.

Supporting innovation projects.

Manufacturing & Process Support

Providing technical support to production teams on material
processing and handling.

Troubleshooting issues with welding, lamination, weaving and
adhesives in manufacturing.

Supporting supply chain teams in material sourcing,
qualification, and approval.

Documentation & Compliance

Writing technical reports, test summaries, and supplier
evaluations.

Supporting approval processes for new materials with
regulatory bodies.

About You:

Understanding of textile engineering, specifically coated
fabrics used in life rafts.

Knowledge of synthetic fibres preferable (e.g., nylon,
polyester) and their mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties.

Familiarity with adhesion and bonding technologies, including
polyurethane coatings, RF welding, Hot air welding and solvent-based
bonding.

Experience with webbing, ropes, and high-strength fibres
(e.g., Dyneema, Kevlar) used in marine applications.

Ability to apply understanding of marine regulatory standards
(e.g., SOLAS, MED, ISO 9650, MSC.81(70)) affecting material selection.

Problem-solving mindset to tackle material-related failures
and inefficiencies.

Collaboration with engineering, supply chain, and quality
teams.

Ability to work in a regulated, safety-critical environment.

Attention to detail when analysing test data and compliance
documents.

Strong communication skills – to outsource testing
& liaison with other laboratories.

Experience and qualifications:

Essential:
Significant practical experience of working in a Materials Technology, Manufacturing or Laboratory environment in a technical-related role
A working knowledge of Quality Systems and Procedures
Microsoft Office proficient

Desirable
Experience working in a regulated, safety-critical environment
Clear communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Excels at time and priority management

Why You Should Work for Us
33 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays)
Flexible / Hybrid working arrangements
Additional day off to celebrate your birthday
Company Anniversary Holiday Benefit
Excellent enhanced maternity & paternity package
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life Assurance
Training & Professional Development
Employee Assistance Programme
Workplace Reward & Recognition scheme

Who are
Survitec and what do we do?

Survitec are
the world’s largest survival technology provider. For over 166 years, we have
been protecting lives in the air, on land and at sea, through the design,
manufacture, and servicing of Survival Technology. Today, we are a
global community of 3,000 professionals with presence in 96 countries
partnering with our customers to provide innovative solutions that reduce risk
and help keep you safe.

That's why the
world's leading maritime; defence & government, energy and aerospace
organisations trust us when it matters most and why we have been awarded the
Gold Award by the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

How to Apply

To Apply,
please click the Apply button and submit your application via our
website.

Please note, we
do not accept direct applications via email nor do we accept speculative CVs
from recruitment agencies.

Survitec is an equal opportunities employer. Our diverse global
workforce protects lives, every single day. We are committed to cultivating an
inclusive culture where our people feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who
they are at work. Because, to provide service and excellence to our customers
we must mirror their diversity. But more importantly because it is the right
thing to do.

At Survitec, we want you to have the best possible interview experience
with us and we are also committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are
happy to make any necessary accommodations to ensure you can showcase your
skills to the best of your ability, should you require any reasonable
adjustments, please don't hesitate to let us know.