Jobs in Reading

Technical Sales Engineer

This role involves managing and growing accounts for materials testing equipment sales in South England and South Wales. You will engage with academic institutions and end users across various engineering disciplines, focusing on consultative sales with longer cycles and high-value orders. The position requires travel within the territory and occasional international trips.

TalentTech Recruitment Ltd Bristol, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Mechanical Commissioning Technician

As a Mechanical Commissioning Technician, you will play a pivotal role in the commissioning and maintenance of advanced production equipment and utility systems at Johnson Matthey’s 3CR project. Your responsibilities will include performing planned, reactive, and corrective maintenance, fault diagnosis, and plant modifications to ensure the reliability and efficiency of the facility.

Johnson Matthey North Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £44,261 pa

On-site Permanent Shift-work

Principal Process Engineer

This role involves leading the build, commissioning, and ongoing process development of a pilot plant for a breakthrough chemical recycling technology. You will own the scale-up strategy, core process documentation, and drive process performance while leading and developing the engineering team.

Rise Technical Recruitment Bristol, United Kingdom £75,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Metallurgist

This role involves leading metallurgical investigations across multiple UK manufacturing sites, focusing on failure analysis, materials evaluation, and technical problem resolution. The Senior Metallurgist will support product quality, manufacturing performance, and customer-facing technical discussions while mentoring junior engineers and improving testing methodologies. The position is based fully on-site in Peterborough and is part of a globally recognised engineering organisation.

Seismic Recruitment Stanground, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £37 – £50 ph

On-site Contract

Supply Chain Manager

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Site Supply Chain Manager for our Precious Metals business, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a...

Johnson Matthey London, EN2 6LD, United Kingdom

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

NPI Engineer

This role involves leading the end-to-end introduction of new aerospace products, from concept through industrialisation to production handover. The engineer will develop manufacturing processes, lead first article builds, and ensure production readiness across sheet metal, metallic structures, and assemblies. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to resolving technical challenges and achieving 'Right First Time' manufacturing in a high-precision aerospace environment.

Beagle Technology Group Bh231Ex, BH23 1EX, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Manufacturing Engineer - Composites Preforming

This role involves developing and delivering automated composite preforming processes for next-generation aerospace components, including fan blades and containment casings, within Rolls-Royce's UltraFan® programme. The engineer will work across cross-functional teams to industrialise manufacturing methods, ensure process capability, and drive towards zero defects using statistical controls and technical documentation. Based in Bristol with hybrid working, the position supports cutting-edge composite technology development in collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and the National Composites Centre.

Rolls Royce Bristol, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

This role involves leading supplier quality initiatives for plastics and electromechanical components, ensuring suppliers meet quality and manufacturing standards. The engineer will conduct audits, drive corrective actions, and support new product introductions using structured quality methodologies. Collaboration with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams is central to improving supplier performance and product reliability.

Reed Nr66Ja, NR6 6JA, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Research and Development Technologist

The R&D Technologist will work in a hands-on laboratory role, focusing on the formulation and development of new polymer-based systems. Responsibilities include researching, testing, and optimizing product formulations, as well as preparing documentation for market release. The role involves collaboration with the R&D team and wider business, with a focus on innovation and commercialization.

Kathryn Hanks Recruitment Ltd Hg11Aa, United Kingdom £30,000 – £37,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Formulation and Application Specialist

The Formulation & Application Specialist will develop and scale up new formulations for healthcare and regulated consumer products. Responsibilities include designing formulations, conducting stability studies, and supporting scale-up activities, working closely with cross-functional teams.

SRG Halifax, HX1 1TH, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Corporate Platforms Programme Manager

As a Corporate Platforms Programme Manager, you will lead complex, multi-year technology programmes across corporate functions like Finance, HR, and Legal. You will define programme scope, manage delivery, and ensure successful adoption of changes, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders.

Johnson Matthey North Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Flexible

Corporate Platforms Programme Manager

As a Corporate Platforms Programme Manager, you will lead complex, multi-year technology programmes across corporate functions like Finance, HR, and Legal. You will define programme scope, manage delivery, and ensure value-driven outcomes while leading multidisciplinary teams and driving change adoption.

Johnson Matthey London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Flexible