Jobs in Woking

Product Process Technologist (Metals Industry)

This role involves leading the development and optimisation of production and inspection processes in a high-integrity metals manufacturing environment. You will support operators in chemical etching, pickling, and passivation while driving process improvements and maintaining compliance with quality standards like ISO9001, AS9100, and NADCAP. The position combines hands-on technical work, trial management, and cross-functional collaboration with customers, research partners, and internal teams to ensure innovation aligns with commercial goals.

Reed S753Dz, United Kingdom £32,000 – £40,000 pa

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

Airframe Structures Test Engineer Placement (12.5 months)

This role involves supporting physical and virtual structural testing of advanced aerospace components, including material coupons and full-scale aircraft wings. The engineer will work on test fixture design, data acquisition, and emerging technologies like cryogenic systems for hydrogen-powered flight, using digital tools and AI-driven analytics. Based at the state-of-the-art AIRTeC facility, the position offers hands-on experience in aerospace test methodologies within a collaborative R&D environment.

airbus Bristol, United Kingdom

Additive Manufacturing Design Engineer Placement (12.5 months)

Design and manufacture metallic aerospace components using additive manufacturing technologies within a cross-functional team at Airbus. Work on real aircraft programmes and flight test demonstrators, applying optimisation-driven design and post-processing techniques. Gain hands-on experience with powder bed fusion and direct energy deposition systems in a supportive, innovative environment.

airbus Filton, United Kingdom

Senior Mechanical / Structural Engineer

This role involves leading the design and analysis of mechanical components and complex multi-material structures for submarine propulsors and maritime defence systems. The engineer will deliver projects from concept through testing and production, applying advanced structural and mechanical engineering principles in a high-integrity environment. Key activities include technical leadership, Finite Element Analysis, compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and mentoring within a multidisciplinary team.

Matchtech Gosport, United Kingdom £56,250 – £62,500 pa

Technical Service Chemist

Technical Service Chemist required in Cheshire East, on a permanent basis. Requiring a degree or relevant qualification in Chemistry, Materials Science (or similar) and recent, proven industrial experience within laboratory testing, technical services, quality control or R&D. Candidates with coatings,...

SRG Cheshire, United Kingdom £36,000 – £40,000 pa

Supply Chain Manager

Lead site planning, production control, and materials management to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations within a manufacturing environment. Drive inventory optimisation and on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, engineering, and customer services. Focus on short-term Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) planning to align site readiness with customer and business demand.

Johnson Matthey London, EN2 6LD, United Kingdom

Control Systems Engineer (Specialty Metals/Manufacturing)

This role involves delivering engineering projects from concept to commissioning within a fast-paced specialty metals manufacturing environment. You'll provide technical support for PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, troubleshoot control equipment faults, and contribute to process improvements. The position offers hands-on work with advanced control systems in a high-purity industrial setting with strong emphasis on training and technical development.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Rotherham, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Mechanical Engineer - Stevenage

This role involves mechanical design and development of complex engineering products across the full lifecycle, from concept to validation. The engineer will create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings using Creo, support manufacturing teams, conduct design analyses, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers. Emphasis is on precision design, technical documentation, and resolving production challenges in a multidisciplinary environment.

Lorien Stevenage, United Kingdom £50 – £55 pa

Quality Engineer (Manufacturing)

This role involves ensuring quality standards in a precision engineering environment focused on advanced composites and metal components for aerospace and defence. You'll conduct critical dimension inspections using CMM and manual tools, support AS9100/ISO9001 compliance, and lead root cause analysis and PFMEA to resolve quality issues. Working closely with the quality team, you'll help improve processes across incoming goods inspection and non-conformance management.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Paignton, TQ3 2BL, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

Field Service Engineer

Perform preventive maintenance, servicing, and breakdown repairs on materials testing and preparation equipment used in industrial and research labs. Conduct hands-on mechanical and electrical work, remote diagnostics, and customer site visits across the UK and Ireland. Work within a supportive team environment with strong military veteran representation and receive full training and tools.

TalentTech Recruitment Ltd Sheffield, United Kingdom £35,000 – £39,000 pa

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

Junior Mechanical Design Engineer - Stress / Structural Analysis

Perform structural and stress analysis on aircraft systems using FEA and hand calculations, supporting design and certification across completion and modification projects. Develop finite element models, assess metallic and composite structures, and produce substantiation reports in compliance with aerospace standards. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure safe, lightweight, and compliant structural solutions.

DCS Recruitment Switzerland, United Kingdom £63,000 – £68,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Manufacturing Engineer & NPI Manager

This role involves leading the New Product Introduction (NPI) process for aerospace components, ensuring projects meet customer and regulatory standards. You will work closely with CNC Programmers, production teams, and suppliers to optimize processes, resolve technical challenges, and support continuous improvement.

Shorterm Group Bristol, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Design Engineer - Subsea Tooling

This role involves designing and developing subsea cutting tools and mechanical systems, from concept to manufacture and deployment. You will work closely with manufacturing, project, and offshore teams to ensure designs meet industry standards and client specifications, while contributing to continuous improvement and innovation.

Reed Ab124Sb, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent