Materials Science Jobs

Site Electrician

The Site Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in an industrial setting at Johnson Matthey’s Royston facility. Key duties include emergency lighting checks, circuit installations, PAT testing, PPMs, and coordinating with other trades. The role requires adherence to safety standards and electrical compliance, with a focus on reliability and fault-finding in a fixed-term contract.

Johnson Matthey North Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Contract

Mechanical Technician

The role involves performing proactive and reactive mechanical maintenance on industrial systems within a high-hazard COMAH-regulated site. You'll conduct fault finding, equipment repairs, installations, and commissioning, using technical drawings and P&IDs to support safe and reliable operations. The position requires hands-on mechanical expertise in a 24/7 shift environment, focusing on improving engineering reliability and compliance.

Johnson Matthey North Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £44,113 – £60,345 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

Senior Machine Learning Engineer

A Senior Machine Learning Engineer will lead the deployment of AI models into production environments for engineering and physics simulations, working closely with customers and cross-functional teams. The role involves building scalable ML pipelines, mentoring engineers, and traveling to client sites to implement solutions on-site. The position focuses on translating research into practical, high-impact tools using Python, PyTorch, and cloud/on-prem infrastructure.

PhysicsX England US$200,000 – US$250,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Director of Packaging

Lead the development of advanced semiconductor packaging solutions for GaN-based power devices, combining technical expertise with leadership to drive innovation in thermal, electrical, and mechanical performance. Collaborate across internal teams and external partners to design wirebond, flip chip, and embedded packages, conduct multiphysics simulations, and support product qualification. Shape packaging strategy and contribute to the company’s technology roadmap in a hands-on, senior leadership role.

Cambridge GaN Devices Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site 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 Analog IC Design Engineer

Designs and develops GaN-based power integrated circuits using EDA tools, focusing on analog simulation, layout, and testing at wafer and packaged device levels. Responsible for SPICE modeling, IP generation, and supporting patent applications. Works within a research-driven team advancing energy-efficient semiconductor technology.

Cambridge GaN Devices Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Project Engineer

The Project Engineer will coordinate activities across multiple departments to deliver complex electronics and communications products from concept to manufacture. Responsibilities include maintaining project documentation, scheduling tasks, managing material ordering, and facilitating project reviews.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Peterborough, PE1 1XH, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 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

Project Manager

This Project Manager role involves coordinating engineering and development projects, maintaining project documentation, scheduling tasks, and providing progress updates. You'll work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and product teams to ensure successful delivery of new product development from concept to manufacture.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Peterborough, PE1 1XH, United Kingdom £60,000 – £75,000 pa

Research Fellow in Sustainable Automotive Polymers

This role involves developing sustainable automotive polymers, particularly foams, with a focus on improving recycled content, carbon-neutral additives, and recyclability. The Research Fellow will lead research dissemination, publish high-impact papers, and collaborate with industry partners like The Vita Groups and Polestar.

The University of Manchester Manchester, Northern England, United Kingdom £47 – £58 pa

On-site Contract

Senior Research Scientist 1 - Process Chemistry (Polymers)

This role involves leading technical delivery in polymer and process development, designing and executing experimental programmes, and supporting scale-up activities. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop robust and safe chemical processes, focusing on acrylic polymerisation, vinyl monomer chemistry, and sustainable materials.

SRG Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom £34,500 – £46,500 pa

Senior Development Chemist

This role involves developing, testing, and scaling up chemical formulations for new and existing products. Responsibilities include hands-on laboratory work, formulation trials, and collaborating with production teams to ensure successful commercial manufacturing.

Theo James Recruitment Shildon, County Durham, United Kingdom £47,000 – £59,000 pa

Metallurgist

This role involves conducting metallurgical examinations, preparing and examining specimens, and reporting findings for aerospace-grade materials, particularly nickel-based and titanium alloys. The position requires a strong understanding of metallurgy and attention to detail in a controlled laboratory environment.

Your Recruiters Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

Synthetic Chemist

This role involves conducting laboratory-based synthesis and product development, designing and optimizing synthetic routes, and supporting new product development and technology expansion projects. The chemist will work closely with a multidisciplinary R&D team to deliver project objectives and troubleshoot technical challenges.

Reed Specialist Recruitment Yarnton, Oxfordshire, OX5 1NF, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent