Latest computational materials Jobs

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 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 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

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

Principal CFD Engineer

This role involves building and validating high-fidelity computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and multi-physics simulations for real-world engineering challenges across aerospace, energy, automotive, and other advanced industries. The engineer will work at the intersection of CAE and AI, creating automated simulation workflows, generating datasets for machine learning models, and collaborating directly with customers on-site to integrate simulation into design and optimization processes. A strong emphasis is placed on mentoring, technical leadership, and improving engineering practices to support AI-driven surrogate modelling.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

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