Latest Materials Characterisation Specialist Jobs

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Business Development Manager – New Business Sales

This role involves driving new customer acquisition and revenue growth through proactive outbound sales in the scientific and industrial imaging sectors. The Business Development Manager will lead technical sales discussions, deliver demonstrations, and close software license agreements, working closely with the technical team to support customer evaluations. It offers a pathway to senior commercial leadership within a fast-growing deep-tech startup.

SenseAI Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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

Head of Functional Polymeric and Particulate Materials Unit

Leads a multidisciplinary research unit focused on advanced polymeric and particulate materials, driving scientific strategy, innovation, and technology transfer. Oversees research groups, funding acquisition, and project portfolios in areas including sustainable polymers, nanocomposites, and additive manufacturing. Promotes scientific excellence while managing budgets, partnerships, and compliance within a high-performance RTO environment.

Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology Luxembourg - Luxembourg, Europe, United Kingdom €135 – €178 pa

Permanent

Materials Engineer

This role involves providing hands-on materials engineering support within a manufacturing environment, focusing on material selection, qualification, and resolving production issues. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure materials meet performance and compliance standards, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Expertise in metallic materials and practical manufacturing applications is essential.

Alexander Mann Solutions - Contingency Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom

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

Graduate Materials Scientist

Graduate Materials Scientist£28,000 - £30,000 + excellent bensKidderminster (ad hoc hybrid)Are you graduating in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline and looking for a career where your work genuinely matters?We're supporting an advanced engineering organisation that...

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom £28,000 – £30,000 pa

Senior Materials Specialist

This role involves contributing to the R&D and material development functions of a growing UK manufacturing business. Responsibilities include designing, testing, and optimising new and existing materials, ensuring adherence to industry standards, and working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Lord Accounting & Finance West Midlands (region), United Kingdom £55,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Research & Development Lead - Materials

This role involves leading the design, testing, and optimization of new materials for manufacturing, including improving existing materials and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will manage a team and collaborate across functions, driving innovation and bringing new materials to market.

Lord Accounting & Finance West Midlands (region), United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Laboratory Technician

This role involves conducting routine quality control testing of raw, semi-finished, and finished materials to ensure compliance with specifications. The technician will collect samples, perform accurate analyses, report results via LIMS, and support production teams with technical quality advice. Emphasis is placed on safety, environmental compliance, equipment maintenance, and adherence to ISO standards in a structured laboratory environment.

Michael Page Finance Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom £25,000 – £29,712 pa

On-site Permanent

Production Operator

Operate industrial machinery and monitor manufacturing processes, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and procedural standards. Perform in-process checks, record production data, and support continuous improvement within a high-hazard, automated environment. Work collaboratively across production, quality, and engineering teams to maintain process control and product consistency.

Reed Pe301Aa, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

Technical Buyer

The role involves managing the procurement of materials, components, and services within a manufacturing environment, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency. The Technical Buyer will work with key suppliers across technical domains, resolve supply issues, and maintain accurate data in SAP and ERP systems. Close collaboration with internal teams is required to support production and continuous improvement.

Reading Industrial Pertemps Wallingford, United Kingdom

Heat Treatment Operator

An opportunity has arisen for aHeat Treatment Operative to join an established Engineering & Manufacturing company , supporting the processing of specialist components and materials within the Engineered Products team.Role OverviewThe position involves supporting heat treatment activities alongside general material...

Reed S47Ur, United Kingdom £37,058 pa

Senior Computer Vision Data Scientist

Develop physics-informed predictive maintenance systems by fusing inspection imagery, equipment operating history, and physics-based inputs to forecast component lifespan. Build robust, interpretable computer vision models that perform reliably under sparse, noisy industrial data conditions. Collaborate directly with engineers and domain experts to deliver trustworthy, production-grade AI solutions for high-value industrial assets.

PhysicsX England US$120,000 – US$240,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Machine Learning Engineer

A Machine Learning Engineer will work at the intersection of data science and software engineering to develop and deploy AI-driven simulation tools for engineering and manufacturing. The role involves building scalable ML pipelines, working with 3D point-cloud and mesh data, and translating R&D into reusable software products. Frequent customer collaboration and international travel are key aspects of the role.

PhysicsX England US$150,000 – US$190,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Join Johnson Matthey Royston!

Work within Johnson Matthey’s Engineering and Maintenance teams at the Royston site, supporting sustainable technology and precious metals operations in a safety-focused manufacturing environment. Contribute to refining, recycling, and advanced materials production while applying technical problem-solving and continuous improvement. The role offers hybrid working and involvement in global sustainability initiatives.

Johnson Matthey North Hertfordshire, United Kingdom