Materials Technician Careers

WORK ENVIRONMENT:-

Materials technicians are liable for testing the behavior of material under diverse conditions, in a variety of industries. Companies then make use of the results of these tests to develop the performance of accessible produces, to eradicate errors with material which are already in use, and to help with the development of new technologies.

You will make use of many methods to investigate the material which will also include the non-destructive testing i.e. NDT. The duties of the materials technicians are as follows:

• testing the elasticity and power of the material's under pressure
• reviewing the cost, security, dependability and environmental collision of material
• testing the characteristics of material's like electromagnetic properties and chemical composition

• examining test results and writing reports for managers and project engineers
• investigating new method to make use of materials for the development of products

You can work in partnership with the scientists and engineers from the other field like electronic, mechanical and aeronautical engineering.

QUALIFICATION, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:-

You might begin with a new company as a apprentice technician if you are having 4 GCSEs (A-C), which includes English, Maths, Science. Some employers may desire two A level or equivalent qualifications like BTEC National Certification or Diploma in Applied Science.

Another alternative may be to join the apprenticeship scheme. The series of apprenticeship obtainable in your area will depend on the restricted job markets and the kinds of skills employers require from their employee.

You can take a advanced qualification like BTEC HND or foundation degree or a degree in material engineering or science as a approach into this career. To search for foundation degree, check the UCAS websites.

You will get the list of colleges presenting relevant training and career information from the non destructive material testing website.

For more information on engineering as a profession, check the SEMTA Ingenuity Website. The Engineering Training Council also contains information about the careers and courses record for colleges in the area.

TRAINING DETAILS:-

You can take various work-based qualifications, covering the engineering science and manufacturing fields. Your employer will decide which is most suitable role for you. The alternative will include:

• Performing Engineering Operations, NVQ (Level 1 and 2)
• Engineering Technical Support, NVQ (Level 3)
• Non Destructive Testing, NVQ (Level 3)
• BTEC National Certification and Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

You can complete the courses from the Institute of Material, Minerals and Mining i.e. IOM3. This includes various areas of materials sciences like processing metals in selection of materials, manufacturing, testing quality and performance of materials. Make a contact with IOM3 for more information.

If you are a experienced technician, you may build up your career prospects by making a contact with the Engineering Council to obtain the status of Eng Tech.

SKILLS and KNOWLEDGE:-

• an awareness in science
• imaginative trouble solving skills
• good in science and maths
• knowledge of engineering principles and drawings
• deep knowledge of material qualities under different circumstances
• an sympathetic of construction methods and manufacturing processes
• excellent team working skills
• capable of using your ideas

SALARY AND OTHER BENEFITS:-

• Preliminary salaries can be from £ 15,000 to £ 18,000 a year.
• Skilled technicians can be paid between £ 20,000 and £ 26,000 every year.
• Professional technicians can make over £ 30,000 annually.

WORKING CONDITIONS:-

Every week you will basically work for 38 to 40 hours, with the prospect of overtime.

As per your job, you can be based in an laboratory, office or manufacturing plant. You will be traveling infrequently between the sites to meet up the customers.

DIFFERENT OPPORTUNITIES:-

You will find job opportunities in the material engineering, construction, manufacturing, aerospace and medical instruments. If you are having experience, you can become a leading technician or get into the purchasing, sales and management.

You will get the work with the engineering consultancy which give testing service to the clients. With additional training you can meet the criteria as a engineer.

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