Materials Science Jobs in Woking

CuspAI · Cambridge

Owns scientific delivery of partner projects from scoping to results, acting as a key technical contact alongside programme managers. Applies simulation, machine learning, data-driven optimisation or experiments to design and steer discovery campaigns, and translates between experimental, computational and ML teams. Also builds cross-cutting capabilities such as validated workflows, harmonised data pipelines and agentic design campaigns.

CuspAI · London

Owns the full lifecycle of data-rich tools, services and web applications, building scalable ingestion, processing and cleaning pipelines for structured and unstructured materials-science data. Develops Python APIs and UIs for querying, exporting and visualising data, with orchestration, governance and containerised deployment using Docker and Kubernetes.

Cambridge GaN Devices · Cambridge

Lead the packaging function for GaN power semiconductors, shaping strategy while remaining hands-on with wirebond, flip chip and embedded package design. The role involves multiphysics simulation, supplier development, qualification testing and cross-functional collaboration with chip design, applications and operations teams, plus international travel to subcontractors.

Cambridge GaN Devices · Cambridge

Design and layout of GaN power ICs using EDA tools, covering schematic capture, analog simulations, chip layout review, PEX and PLS. The role also involves wafer-level and packaged device testing, SPICE model development, and supporting patent and IP management within a fabless semiconductor R&D team.

PhysicsX · New York, United States · US$150,000 – US$250,000 pa

Builds and deploys customer-facing applications that put physics AI models into production, working directly with customers, data scientists and ML engineers. Involves rapid prototyping, backend development of FastAPI microservices in Python, and cloud deployment with Kubernetes, Terraform and AWS/Azure. Requires travel to customer sites for 3-4 weeks per quarter.

PhysicsX · London

Build the simulation side of Large Physics Models, generating training data across fidelity levels and developing solvers in differentiable or GPU-native frameworks like JAX or Warp. Work in a research team alongside ML researchers, using commercial and open-source CFD tools to produce reference data and shape data-generation strategy.

Johnson Matthey · Royston

Drive operational excellence across multiple UK manufacturing sites, partnering with regional operations leaders to build and deliver an improvement roadmap. Lead Lean Six Sigma programmes targeting safety, quality, productivity and cost, and manage a team of Operational Excellence specialists. Site-based with up to 50% regional travel.

Johnson Matthey · Enfield

Supports safe, reliable smelting operations through process engineering, leading improvement initiatives in process safety, automation and throughput. Develops process models, runs lab, pilot and plant-scale trials, and uses plant data and statistical analysis to reduce variability and resolve constraints. Collaborates with Operations, Engineering, EHS, Supply Chain and R&D teams.

Newcastle University · Newcastle upon Tyne · £37,369 – £51,258 pa

Manage the experimental delivery of an AI- and bioinformatics-augmented, high-throughput platform for discovering and engineering PET-depolymerising enzymes. Combines synthetic biology, enzyme engineering and bioinformatics to improve PETase, MHETase/BHETase and PET-binding modules through rapid Design-Build-Test-Learn cycles, working with ICOS, EBIC and international collaborators in Argentina.

Safran · Staverton Bridge

Ensures supplier capability, compliance and performance across a global aerospace supply chain, conducting product, process and system audits and supporting NPI and part transfers. Drives improvement using APQP, PFMEA, PPAP and Lean, working with raw material suppliers of titanium, high-strength steels and aerospace aluminium. Regular UK and international travel is required.

Paragraf · Huntingdon

Undergraduate placement supporting research, production or electronics engineering teams, with hands-on work such as AFM and Raman characterisation, Hall measurements, device manufacture, and building electro-mechanical test systems. Interns design experiments, analyse process data, run environmental and EMC testing, and present findings at technology meetings. The programme is integrated with university requirements and based at a Cambridgeshire graphene electronics manufacturer.

Paragraf · Huntingdon

Undergraduate placement supporting research, production or electronics engineering, with hands-on work on graphene and 2D material devices. Tasks span AFM and Raman characterisation, Hall measurements, device manufacture, test system design, prototyping and debugging, plus lab upkeep and documentation. Based at a Cambridgeshire manufacturer with R&D and production sites.

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority · Abingdon · £57,117 pa

Lead the development, testing and qualification of copper alloy heatsink and tungsten plasma-facing component materials for the STEP fusion programme. Combines hands-on experimental research with technical leadership of a small team, external collaboration and funding bids, providing performance data for next-generation in-vessel component design.

Your Recruiters · Banbury · £35,000 – £40,000 pa

Carries out routine metallurgical examinations of aerospace-grade nickel and titanium alloys, including specimen preparation, polishing, etching and microscopy, with grain size and alpha case assessment. Compares findings against customer specifications and prepares technical reports within a controlled laboratory environment. Open to graduates as well as experienced candidates, with supervised training provided.

Airbus · Bristol · £50,000 pa

Deliver and examine NDT training courses at a BINDT-approved school, covering methods such as ultrasonic, eddy current, penetrant, magnetic particle and radiographic testing. Also perform inspections at the Filton facility and customer sites, manage training equipment and materials, and support audits and course administration. Involves national and international travel and maintaining EN4179 Level 2 or 3 certification.