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Nominate & AttendMy client is a world leader in the design and manufacture of carbon fibre components for the medical imaging industry. Established for almost 35 years, their products are exported all over the world. They are looking for a Senior Composites Manufacturing Engineer to join their team.They have experienced strong business growth over the years and have recently progressed into a...
Our client, a leading world-class aerospace material supplier, specializing in a comprehensive range of chemicals, paints, adhesives, sealants, composites, and consumables tailored for the aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sector, are looking to recruit an E-Commerce Manager, to be based at their offices in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.On Offer:An exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding organisation that is a...
An exciting role has become available for a Chemist with a leading manufacturer of high-quality products. You will be contributing to the development of new products, improving existing formulations and optimising manufacturing processes. For candidates who are innovative, pro-active and passionate about sustainability, this is a great opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing industry.Key Responsibilities:Develop...
Role: Injection Moulding SetterLocation: OxfordshireSalary: £45,000Shift: Continental shift: 4-On, 4-Off, 12-hour rotating days and nights.Omega is working with a leading manufacturing company, seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join their production team based in Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity to join a global organisation known for delivering essential industrial components across a wide range of sectors.Responsibilities - Injection...
Graduate Materials Engineer (Progression)£27,000 - £30,000 + Bonus +31 Days Holiday + Private healthcare + BenefitsHoniton, DevonAre you a Gradaute Materials Engineer looking for direct progression to team leadership in a varied and hands on role for tight knit company known for their progression opportunities?On offer is the opportunity to create a prosperous career within a growing company. They work...
Laboratory Manager(Metals industry)7:30am to 4:15pm Monday to Thursday and 7:30am to 12pm Friday£50,000 - £60,000 per annum + strong benefits (bonus scheme, increased pension contributions, healthcare)LeicesterOur client, a well-established component manufacturer is seeking a Laboratory Manager to join and lead its small lab department in Leicester (responsible for a team of two Laboratory Technicians). You will be key in ensuring...
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Redundancy can be disorienting—especially in materials science, where many roles are tied to long R&D cycles, research grants, or industrial projects that suddenly change course. But materials scientists are essential to innovation across sectors like aerospace, energy, automotive, defence, and healthcare. If you've recently been made redundant, this guide will help you regain momentum, sharpen your focus, and re-enter the UK materials science job market with clarity and confidence.
Ask a Composite Engineer tweaking lay‑up schedules for wind‑turbine blades, a Metallurgist chasing micro‑segregation defects in aerospace alloys, or a Battery Materials Scientist battling dendrite growth at 2 a.m.: “Am I earning what I deserve?” The truthful answer mutates every quarter. Gigafactories spring up in the North‑East, novel bio‑derived polymers attract life‑cycle regulations, hydrogen pipelines demand exotic coatings, & a single grant announcement from UK Research & Innovation reshapes hiring budgets nationwide. Any PDF salary guide printed in 2024 is now a fossil—unaware of the Inflation Reduction Act‑fuelled supply‑chain race, the Bristol composites boom, or the MoD’s fresh titanium powder contracts. To replace guesswork with evidence, MaterialsScienceJobs.co.uk has distilled a transparent, three‑factor formula. Feed in your discipline, your UK region, & your seniority; out pops a realistic 2025 salary benchmark. No stale averages, no vague “competitive” ranges. Over the next few minutes you’ll learn how the formula works, why materials‑science pay is rising faster than steel prices, and which immediate actions boost your market value.
Materials science is at the core of innovation in fields as diverse as aerospace, electronics, biomedical engineering, and clean energy. But as cutting-edge as the research is, one of the most overlooked skills in the field is clear communication—particularly when presenting to non-technical audiences. Whether you're applying for a role in research & development, product design, or manufacturing innovation, your ability to explain materials science concepts in simple, persuasive terms is critical. Many UK employers now test this skill during interviews—and rely on it in cross-functional roles. In this guide, you’ll learn how to structure your presentation, simplify complex concepts, use effective visuals, and answer tough stakeholder questions with confidence.
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