Aalberts Surface Technologies is looking for a Contract Review Engineer for our Heat Treatment division based in North Hertfordshire, supporting high-specification aerospace, defence, and motorsport customers.
This is a key technical role responsible for ensuring that all customer requirements are accurately translated into compliant heat treatment processes, with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
You will act as a vital link between customers, production, and quality teams—ensuring the successful delivery of technically complex components in line with industry standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- Degree or equivalent experience in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Engineering
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a technical engineering role (heat treatment preferred, surface treatments considered)
- Good understanding of heat treatment processes (e.g. vacuum, carburising)
- Experience working with aerospace specifications (AMS, NADCAP, AS9100)
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and business systems
- High degree of flexibility to meet changing demands.
Prime Responsibilities
Technical & Contract Review
- Perform contract review, order entry, and purchase order validation
Process Control & Validation
- Manage changes to process documentation with full traceability and configuration control
- Identify and coordinate process validation and substantiation trials
- Support development and maintenance of technical documentation
Customer & Commercial Support
- Act as a technical interface for customers
- Support quoting activities by assessing technical requirements and risks
- Respond to customer enquiries promptly and professionally
- Build strong customer relationships to ensure ongoing satisfaction
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, and internal quality systems
- Support customer and regulatory audits
- Maintain specification and customer approval libraries
Team & Operational Contribution
- Collaborate with production, quality, and sales teams
- Provide technical support and guidance internally
- Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Heat or Surface Treatment: 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
