Materials Science Jobs

Staff Machine Learning Software Engineer, Research

This role involves leading machine learning research initiatives within a deep-tech environment, focusing on scalable AI-driven simulation for engineering and physics problems. The engineer will guide technical direction, mentor junior staff, and translate research into robust, production-grade software. Key responsibilities include designing distributed training systems, optimising foundation models, and collaborating across research and engineering teams to deliver high-impact solutions.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Johnson Matthey UK LEAD Graduate Rotational Programme - 2027 cohort

This graduate rotational programme involves three 10-month placements across Science, Commercial, and Operations functions within Johnson Matthey over 2.5 years. You'll work on business-critical projects focused on sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence, while developing leadership skills through structured training and global collaboration. The role is designed to build a broad understanding of the business and prepare high-potential graduates for future leadership roles.

Johnson Matthey London, United Kingdom

Staff Backend Software Engineer - GO & Python

This role involves building and maintaining a high-performance platform for AI-driven, physics-informed simulation models. You'll work closely with data scientists and simulation engineers in a cross-functional team, owning services from development through to production. The role emphasizes scalability, observability, and deep technical collaboration in a Kubernetes and event-driven environment.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

Electrical and Multi- Skilled Technician

Maintain and improve electrical and instrumentation systems in a manufacturing environment, ensuring plant reliability and regulatory compliance. Perform fault diagnosis using technical drawings and schematics, conduct testing and calibration, and contribute to maintenance improvements. Work on-site with a focus on safety and engineering efficiency.

Johnson Matthey London, EN2 6LD, United Kingdom £44,113 – £60,345 pa

Validation Engineer

The Validation Engineer will lead projects through all stages of design and development, working with end users, designers, and contractors to deliver high-quality cleanroom and biocontainment solutions. Responsibilities include generating validation protocols, conducting quality risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards.

Network Scientific London, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

CFD Multiphase & DEM Engineer

This role involves developing and validating high-fidelity multiphase CFD and coupled CFD-DEM simulations for industrial applications, integrating them with AI-driven workflows. The engineer will work directly with global customers to solve complex engineering problems, automate simulation pipelines, and generate datasets for machine learning surrogates. The position blends advanced simulation, parametric CAD, and data science in a hybrid London-based setup with regular international travel.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

Content & Communications Strategist

This role involves crafting compelling narratives from complex technical work in AI and engineering simulation, shaping the public voice of a deep-tech company. You'll lead content strategy across digital channels, collaborate with engineers and leadership, and produce high-quality content including blogs, social media, and event materials. The position emphasizes storytelling, brand consistency, and strategic communication in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior CFD Engineer - Plasma Specialist

This role involves developing high-fidelity computational plasma models for semiconductor manufacturing processes such as plasma etching, CVD/ALD deposition, and ion-driven surface interactions. The engineer will work directly with semiconductor customers—often on-site—to define challenges, design simulation strategies, and integrate models into AI-powered workflows. Collaboration with data scientists and ML engineers is central, with a focus on delivering practical, real-world engineering solutions using tools like COMSOL, HPEM, and CFD-ACE+.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

CFD Engineer

This role involves building and running high-fidelity CFD simulations, from geometry preparation to post-processing, to support AI-driven engineering solutions. You'll work closely with data scientists to generate datasets for machine learning models, automate simulation workflows, and support customer projects across aerospace, energy, and advanced manufacturing. The position blends hands-on CAE engineering with exposure to AI integration and cloud-based simulation platforms.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

Supply Chain Manager

Lead site planning, production control, and materials management to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations within a manufacturing environment. Drive inventory optimisation and on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, engineering, and customer services. Focus on short-term Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) planning to align site readiness with customer and business demand.

Johnson Matthey London, EN2 6LD, United Kingdom

Senior Machine Learning Engineer

A Senior Machine Learning Engineer will lead the deployment of AI models into production environments for engineering and physics simulations, working directly with customers across industries like aerospace, energy, and semiconductors. The role involves building scalable ML pipelines, mentoring engineers, and traveling to client sites to co-develop solutions. The engineer operates at the intersection of data science and software engineering, turning R&D into robust, reusable tools.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

Senior Software Security Developer – Core Platform Services

This role involves designing and implementing security features for a core platform, with a strong focus on authentication, secure coding practices, and threat modeling. The developer will act as a security SME, mentoring teams, conducting code reviews, and helping shape incident response workflows. Working within a high-caliber engineering team, they will build secure, scalable components used across an AI-driven simulation software stack for advanced industries.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom