Jobs in Woking

Associate Advanced Materials Solutions Technical Sales

This role involves managing medium-complexity materials projects from initial qualification to successful completion, collaborating with technical and commercial teams. You'll interpret customer requirements, develop materials solutions, and lead commercial activities, with a focus on growing customer relationships and business opportunities.

Adecco Huntingdon, United Kingdom £45,000 – £52,000 pa

Furnace Operative/Melting Operative

This role involves operating and maintaining advanced furnaces used in the production of high-integrity alloys for aerospace, defence, and industrial applications. Responsibilities include safe operation of furnaces, crane handling, charge preparation, and maintaining quality documentation.

Reed S47Ur, United Kingdom £44,000 pa

Advanced Materials Solutions Lead Technical Sales

This role involves managing complex, high-value sales opportunities in advanced materials, working closely with technical and commercial teams to develop tailored solutions and close deals. The position focuses on understanding customer requirements, leading proposals, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes in advanced engineering and scientific sectors.

Adecco Huntingdon, United Kingdom £55,000 – £65,000 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

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

CNC 5-Axis Programmer, Setter & Operator

This role involves programming, setting up, and operating 5-axis CNC machines to manufacture high-precision components. Responsibilities include developing and optimizing machining programs, interpreting complex engineering drawings, and ensuring components meet strict quality standards. The candidate will also focus on continuous improvement and work closely with engineering and quality teams to enhance manufacturing processes.

Axon Moore Pontypool, Cymru / Wales, NP4 6YE, United Kingdom £44,616 pa

Stuctures Technical Authority

This role involves leading the design, development, and analysis of aerospace structures, focusing on lightweight and composite materials. You will ensure structural integrity, perform load assessments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve complex engineering challenges.

Owen Daniels Gu342Qe, United Kingdom £65,000 pa

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

Regulatory systems & Data Specialist

This role involves managing and improving regulatory data systems, particularly WERCS Studio, to ensure accurate handling of chemical and product safety data. The specialist will resolve data integrity issues, collaborate with IT and master data teams, and interpret regulatory requirements. A strong understanding of chemistry and data systems is essential for maintaining compliance and supporting global regulatory needs.

Johnson Matthey Billingham, United Kingdom

Strategic Buyer

This role involves managing end-to-end procurement activities within a regulated manufacturing environment, focusing on strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost-saving initiatives. The buyer will handle RFQs and RFPs using technical data, negotiate long-term agreements, and support new product industrialisation across composite, metallic, and electrical components. Close collaboration with engineering, operations, and quality teams is required to ensure supply chain performance and delivery against KPIs.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Cwmbran, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

Technical Specialist (Aerospace and Materials Science)

This role involves supporting undergraduate engineering laboratories in aerospace and materials science. Responsibilities include managing wind tunnel experiments, material testing, and facilitating student and staff activities. The position requires a team-oriented approach and flexibility in working hours.

Sheffield Hallam University Sheffield, Northern England, United Kingdom £32 – £38 pa

Permanent

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

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

Research Scientist 2 - Materials Science

This role involves conducting materials science research, characterising and testing materials, and supporting customer-funded projects. You will work in a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the development of innovative materials and solutions across various industries.

SRG County Durham, United Kingdom £33,727 – £43,727 pa

Design Engineer/ Draughtsperson (Manufacturing/ Mechanical)

This role involves producing manufacturing drawings, designing bespoke products and components, and providing technical support across various design projects. The position offers extensive training, career development, and a collaborative environment within a well-established manufacturer.

Rise Technical Recruitment Devon, United Kingdom £32,000 – £39,000 pa