Materials Science Jobs

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

Delivery Engineer - Aerospace & Defense

Lead business development and delivery for AI-driven simulation software within aerospace and defense, bridging technical and commercial domains. Drive customer acquisition, manage strategic account relationships, and oversee project execution from proposal to adoption. Shape product direction through direct customer feedback and represent the company at industry events, combining deep domain expertise with technical leadership.

PhysicsX England US$175,000 – US$250,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Commissioning Technician

As a Mechanical Commissioning Technician, you will play a pivotal role in the commissioning and maintenance of advanced production equipment and utility systems at Johnson Matthey’s 3CR project. Your responsibilities will include performing planned, reactive, and corrective maintenance, fault diagnosis, and plant modifications to ensure the reliability and efficiency of the facility.

Johnson Matthey North Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £44,261 pa

On-site Permanent Shift-work

People Advisory Partner

Acts as an HR advisor to managers, leading local implementation of organizational change initiatives such as performance frameworks and engagement programs. Manages complex employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, and absence issues, while providing expert guidance on HR policy. Serves as a bridge between enterprise-level HR frameworks and on-the-ground execution across the South of the UK.

Johnson Matthey North Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Principal CFD Engineer

Lead the technical delivery of high-fidelity, multi-physics simulation solutions for complex engineering challenges in aerospace, energy, and automotive sectors. Develop and automate CFD and parametric CAD workflows, integrate simulation with AI/ML pipelines, and validate models using experimental data. Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with data science teams to build scalable, AI-driven engineering tools.

PhysicsX England US$200,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

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 Forward Deployed Software Engineer

This role involves building and deploying AI-driven simulation applications for engineering and manufacturing clients, working closely with data scientists and customers to solve complex technical problems. The engineer will design full-stack solutions, develop APIs to serve physics models, and iterate on prototypes based on user feedback. Frequent travel (3–4 weeks per quarter) to customer sites globally is required to implement and refine tools on-site.

PhysicsX England US$150,000 – US$250,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

CFD Engineer

This role involves building and running computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations from geometry cleanup to post-processing for moderately complex engineering challenges. The engineer will work at the intersection of CAE and data science, supporting the creation of high-fidelity simulation datasets used to train AI models, while collaborating with data scientists and machine learning engineers. The position includes hands-on work with parametric CAD models, simulation automation, and cloud-based HPC platforms, with opportunities to grow into independent customer engagement and technical leadership.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

Senior Applied Engineer

Develop and scale physical foundation models by bridging research and engineering, transforming prototypes into robust AI-driven simulation systems for real-world physics problems. Work across distributed computing and cloud infrastructure to optimise large-scale model training and deployment. Collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, and industry partners to deliver reusable tools and products with tangible impact in engineering and manufacturing.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Applied Scientist - All Levels

This role involves developing physical foundation models using machine learning to solve complex engineering and physics problems. You will translate real-world challenges into mathematical formulations, build scalable models for high-dimensional data, and collaborate with engineers and customers to deliver AI-driven simulation solutions. The position emphasizes research ownership, publication, and innovation in domains like aerospace, energy, and semiconductors.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Machine Learning Engineer

Develop and deploy scalable machine learning systems integrated with high-fidelity physics simulations, working directly with customers and cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges. Focus on building reliable data pipelines, processing 3D point-cloud and mesh data, and translating research into production-grade tools using modern MLOps practices.

PhysicsX United Kingdom US$150,000 – US$190,000 pa

Remote Permanent

Software Engineer - Go & Python (Core Services)

Design and build enterprise-grade identity, access control, and observability systems for a high-fidelity AI-driven simulation platform. Develop fine-grained RBAC/ABAC models, secure multi-tenant authentication flows, and telemetry infrastructure to support both human and AI agent workflows across regulated industries. Work closely with data scientists and simulation engineers to enable secure, scalable collaboration in engineering and manufacturing.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Principal Data Scientist / Algorithm Engineer

This role involves developing and deploying AI-driven models for high-fidelity, multi-physics simulation in engineering and manufacturing. The principal data scientist will lead technical initiatives, design deep learning and optimization models, and work directly with customers to integrate AI into physical systems. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, building scalable data pipelines, and driving R&D to refine simulation technologies across industries like aerospace, energy, and semiconductors.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Principal Machine Learning Engineer

Develop and deploy AI-driven simulation models for engineering and physics challenges across industries like aerospace, energy, and semiconductors. Work hands-on with 3D data, ML pipelines, and customer integration, translating R&D into production systems. Lead technical projects, mentor teams, and travel globally to co-develop solutions on-site.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Data Scientist

This role involves developing and deploying AI-driven models to solve complex engineering and physics challenges across industries like aerospace, energy, and semiconductors. The Senior Data Scientist will lead the design of deep learning and optimisation systems, preprocess high-fidelity simulation data, and integrate models into production pipelines. Close collaboration with simulation engineers and on-site work with global customers ensures solutions are practical, impactful, and embedded directly into engineering workflows.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent