Latest Materials Characterisation Specialist Jobs

Materials Scientist

This role involves developing and characterising advanced ceramic materials, optimising manufacturing processes, and conducting laboratory testing and data analysis. The scientist will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions in a research-driven environment. Work focuses on pushing the boundaries of ceramic technologies within a global advanced materials organisation.

Morgan Advanced Materials Stourport-on-Severn, Worcestershire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Method Development chemist

Develop and validate analytical methods for materials and polymers using advanced instrumentation like GC-MS, LC-MS, and HPLC. Support R&D and manufacturing teams by delivering robust analytical solutions, training staff, and improving laboratory processes. Work within a global scientific organisation focused on innovation in materials science.

SRG Essex, United Kingdom

AMP - Acoustically assisted Manufacturing of functional Polymers

This PhD project focuses on developing acoustic methods to control particle organisation and crystallisation in polymer composites during manufacturing. The candidate will design and build an ultrasonic patterning system, conduct experiments from room temperature to 200°C, and characterise resulting materials using advanced techniques. The research aims to transition acoustic control from lab-scale to industrially relevant, high-temperature processing conditions.

University of Warwick Coventry, University Of Warwick, Warwick, Midlands Of England, United Kingdom £21 pa

Contract

Pharmaceutical Materials Scientist

This role involves hands-on laboratory analysis of pharmaceutical materials, focusing on particle size, microscopy, and material characterisation. The scientist will conduct physical and analytical testing to support product development and technical investigations, using techniques such as BET, XRF, and XRD. The position requires strong data recording, problem-solving, and experience with analytical instrumentation in a pharmaceutical or related testing environment.

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group Bromborough, Merseyside, United Kingdom £30,000 – £32,000 pa

Pharmaceutical Materials Scientist

Conducts laboratory analysis of pharmaceutical materials using techniques like particle size analysis, microscopy, and surface area testing. Performs physical and analytical testing to support product development and troubleshooting. Works with advanced instrumentation including XRF and XRD while ensuring accurate data recording and interpretation.

Russell Taylor Group Ch627Ha, United Kingdom £30,000 – £32,000 pa

Senior Research Scientist - Battery Materials

This role involves leading technical delivery on customer-facing R&D projects in battery and inorganic materials, with a focus on electrochemistry and process development. The scientist will support scale-up of advanced materials, conduct characterisation and application testing, and contribute to business development and capability growth. Work takes place within CPI’s National Formulation Centre, a hub for energy storage innovation.

SRG County Durham, United Kingdom £34,500 – £52,537 pa

Materials Test Engineer (Composites/ Adhesives)

This role involves manufacturing, testing, and evaluating composite materials and adhesives within a workshop environment. You'll work as part of a small technical team to support a high-profile client base in aerospace, Formula One, and defence sectors. The position offers hands-on technical development with a focus on gaining expert-level knowledge and long-term career growth.

Rise Technical Recruitment Honiton, United Kingdom £30,000 – £41,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Materials Controller

The role involves managing Item Master data and Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy within an ERP system, ensuring data integrity across engineering, production, procurement, and finance. The individual will support MRP processes, lead data cleansing initiatives, and act as a cross-functional liaison to maintain robust data standards. This is a newly created position focused on improving data governance in a discrete manufacturing environment.

Cast UK Walsall, United Kingdom £35,000 – £38,000 pa

Materials Innovation Manager

Identify new markets and commercial applications for recycled materials by collaborating with manufacturers and product developers. Drive innovation projects and support the creation of new revenue streams from recovered materials within a sustainable manufacturing context. Work across UK and European markets with cross-functional teams to turn waste into valuable products.

The People Pod Bb13Nu, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Senior Materials Engineer

This role involves providing expert guidance on materials and processes to ensure the reliability and safety of electrical systems in aviation. The engineer will conduct in-depth material investigations, particularly focused on metallic materials and joining technologies, support R&D initiatives, and collaborate with suppliers and customers. Emphasis is placed on root cause analysis, technical reporting, and mentoring junior engineers within a high-integrity aerospace environment.

Safran Pitstone, Buckinghamshire, LU7 9QU, United Kingdom

Advanced Materials Engineer

This role involves supporting aerospace product design and manufacturing through advanced materials engineering expertise. The engineer will evaluate materials for compliance with environmental regulations like REACh and TSCA, qualify new materials, and ensure supply chain performance and process compliance. Key responsibilities include driving specification standardization, supporting supplier transitions, and leading root cause analysis for product or process issues in a regulated aerospace environment.

Honeywell Aerospace Yeovil, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Dobson Professorship of Materials Science and Metallurgy

The role involves leading a world-class research programme in energy materials and materials discovery, with a focus on accelerating the development and translation of functional electronic materials and devices. The successful candidate will drive interdisciplinary collaborations, secure major research initiatives, and contribute to teaching, supervision, and academic leadership within the Department. Research approaches may be experimental, computational, or hybrid, with strategic emphasis on automation and low-power electronics for ICT.

University of Cambridge Cambridge, South East England, United Kingdom

Permanent

Senior Composite Materials Engineer

This role involves supporting composite material activities in a production environment, focusing on resolving production issues, improving composite parts for cost or quality, and contributing to material selection and qualification. The engineer will collaborate with design, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams, while also engaging in future aircraft development and industrialization projects. It requires strong technical leadership, problem-solving skills, and experience in composite materials and processes.

airbus United Kingdom

Graduate Manufacturing Engineer (Composite Materials)

This role involves developing and optimising manufacturing processes for composite materials, with a focus on automation and advanced machining. You'll create bespoke solutions using CAD/CAM to produce technical drawings and machining programmes, while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards. The position supports product development across aerospace, defence, medical, and automotive sectors, with collaboration across engineering teams and external partners.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Barnstaple, United Kingdom £30,000 – £35,000 pa

Manufacturing Engineer (Composite Materials)

This role involves developing and optimising advanced manufacturing processes for composite materials, with a focus on automation and precision machining. You'll use CAD/CAM to create technical drawings and machining programmes, research new materials, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver custom solutions. The position supports continuous improvement in a high-performance, ISO 9001-compliant environment serving aerospace, defence, and medical sectors.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Barnstaple, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa