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Shift Team Leader (Analytical Chemistry)

Leads a team of laboratory analysts on a rotating shift pattern, ensuring accurate and timely testing of metals and materials. Responsible for shift operations, compliance with ISO standards, staff training, and performance management. Works with techniques like XRF and ICP-OES in a quality-focused industrial laboratory environment.

SRG Sheffield, United Kingdom £35,000 – £42,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Control Systems Engineer (Specialty Metals/Manufacturing)

This role involves delivering engineering projects from concept to commissioning within a fast-paced specialty metals manufacturing environment. You'll provide technical support for PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, troubleshoot control equipment faults, and contribute to process improvements. The position offers hands-on work with advanced control systems in a high-purity industrial setting with strong emphasis on training and technical development.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Rotherham, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent

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A little outside Sheffield, but within reach.

Design and Development Engineer

Design and develop ultrasonic sensor solutions for extreme environments such as high temperature, radiation, and pressure. The role involves CAD design, prototyping, testing, and cross-disciplinary collaboration across materials science, mechanical engineering, and acoustics. You'll lead technical projects from concept to production, creating detailed documentation and contributing to innovation in piezoelectric sensing technologies.

Recruitment Helpline Leeds, United Kingdom

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