Jobs in Exeter

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

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

ERP Analyst (iSeries/AS400)

This role involves supporting and optimizing ERP systems on the iSeries/AS400 platform, focusing on functional configuration, incident management, and process improvement. The analyst will work closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into ERP solutions, ensure data quality, and support compliance and reporting. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting cross-module issues, driving automation, and maintaining system integrity across international operations.

Johnson Matthey North Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

ERP Analyst (iSeries/AS400)

The ERP Analyst will support Johnson Matthey’s sustainable technology mission by managing and optimising iSeries/AS400 ERP systems. Responsibilities include translating business needs into ERP requirements, leading incident resolution, configuring systems, maintaining master data, and driving process improvements across global teams. The role ensures data quality, compliance, and user support while working with JDE and RPG-based technologies.

Johnson Matthey Billingham, United Kingdom

CFD Multiphase & DEM Engineer

Develop high-fidelity multiphase CFD models for industrial applications in bioprocess, chemical, and advanced engineering systems. Integrate simulations with AI workflows, validate against experimental data, and support customer-driven engineering challenges. Work across the full simulation lifecycle—from CAD and meshing to HPC execution and surrogate modelling.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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

Measurement Room Specialist

The Measurement Room Specialist will support the plant Quality Department by measuring and inspecting components, ensuring they meet quality standards. Responsibilities include commissioning new equipment, producing measurement reports, and collaborating with engineering, production, and management teams to advance projects in an advanced automotive manufacturing environment focused on electric vehicle powertrain technology.

Randstad RIS Merseyside, United Kingdom £46,588 pa

On-site Permanent Shift-work

Staff Machine Learning Software Engineer, Research

This role involves leading machine learning research initiatives within a deep-tech environment, focusing on scalable AI-driven simulation for engineering and physics problems. The engineer will guide technical direction, mentor junior staff, and translate research into robust, production-grade software. Key responsibilities include designing distributed training systems, optimising foundation models, and collaborating across research and engineering teams to deliver high-impact solutions.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Principal Scientist - Polymer Chemistry

Lead and deliver complex R&D and scale-up projects in polymer chemistry, from lab to pilot scale, within a multidisciplinary team focused on sustainable polymers, advanced materials, and next-generation manufacturing technologies. Provide technical leadership, mentor junior scientists, and contribute to strategic innovation and business development. Work spans novel polymer synthesis, process optimisation, and commercialisation across high-impact sectors including batteries, coatings, and composites.

SRG Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom £49,045 – £65,045 pa

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

Principal Scientist/Engineer - Battery Materials

Principal Scientist / Engineer - Battery MaterialsPermanent | Sedgefield | £49,045 - £65,045About the RoleWe are seeking aPrincipal Scientist / Engineer to join a growing technology team focused on battery materials, process development, and scale-up activities.This is a senior technical...

SRG County Durham, United Kingdom £49,045 – £65,045 pa

Project Engineer/Manager - Composite Parts

Lead the introduction of two new composite parts into full production, managing end-to-end NPI projects from planning to delivery. Coordinate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and external stakeholders to meet technical, commercial, and compliance requirements. Drive project timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation while ensuring adherence to industry standards in a high-precision manufacturing environment.

Michael Page Business Support Newbury, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

Quality Metrology Technician

Perform precise measurement, inspection, and calibration of high-precision components using CMMs, 3D scanning, and manual tools. Conduct material integrity testing including ultrasonic and hardness evaluation, ensuring full traceability and compliance with quality standards. Support quality assurance and customer acceptance processes in a secure, long-term manufacturing environment.

Yolk Recruitment Plymouth, United Kingdom £28,000 – £30,000 pa

Engineering Assessor (PSSR)

This role involves performing technical inspections and assessments of engineering assets against agreed standards, contributing to client management, and producing reports. The position offers full training, a car allowance, and a strong career progression path.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Birmingham, United Kingdom £47,000 – £52,000 pa

Quality Engineer

This Quality Engineer role involves developing and maintaining quality control processes for foundry and machining operations, performing CMM inspections, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects. The role requires hands-on experience with metrology equipment, root-cause analysis, and quality management systems.

Cluett Reeve Ltd So403Db, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent