Principal Materials & Corrosion Engineer

Job title:

Principal Materials & Corrosion Engineer

Company

Matchtech Group

Job description

This is a long-term contract opportunity for an experienced Materials / Corrosion Engineer to work on Green Energy projects in the UK.12 months+ contractOutside IR35Key skills required for this roleMaterials corrosion cathodic protectionImportantSignificant experience as a Materials / Corrosion EngineerJob descriptionOur client, a prominent player in the Energy sector, is seeking a Principal Materials & Corrosion Engineer for a contract position based in Manchester or Aberdeen. This role involves working on a Carbon Capture & Storage project on the East Coast of the UK.Key Responsibilities:

• Acting as the client focal point for all material-related activities and technical queries for BP’s NEP/NZT Projects
• Providing guidance and advice on material issues and corrosion problems
• Preparing engineering documentation related to material selection, cathodic protection, and coatings
• Preparing Material Selection Reports/Philosophies and Material Selection Diagrams (MSD’s)
• Developing Corrosion Control, Corrosion Monitoring, and Cathodic Protection Philosophies
• Creating Cathodic Protection design reports, drawings, and Material Take Offs (MTOs)
• Supporting Asset Integrity Plans, Corrosion Management, and Corrosion Risk Assessments
• Estimating manhours, creating deliverable lists, and drafting technical write-ups for projects and proposals
• Reviewing procedures, reports, and drawings submitted by Suppliers
• Supporting procurement activities related to cathodic protection materials
• Assisting with on-site activities as necessary
• Championing Sustainability, Safety, Health, and Environment by prioritising personal safety and wellbeing

Job Requirements:

• Significant experience in a similar role on FEED & EPC projects for onshore brownfield oil & gas facilities, gas pipelines, and energy transition projects
• Extensive knowledge in materials and corrosion engineering
• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing materials and corrosion-related documentation
• Strong understanding of corrosion control and cathodic protection methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Capability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

If you are an experienced Principal Materials & Corrosion Engineer seeking a challenging contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Expected salary

£55 – 65 per hour

Location

Manchester

Job date

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 05:28:26 GMT

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