Advanced Research Engineer - Materials Technology

Manufacturing Technology Centre; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research and development organisation in Coventry is seeking an Advanced Research Engineer to focus on technical project delivery and contribute to innovative research in manufacturing technologies. The ideal candidate has experience in net shape manufacturing or advanced materials processing, with relevant academic credentials. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, emphasizing flexibility and professional development.

Benefits

Vitality Medical

Company Pension

Tusker Car Scheme

Cycle 2 Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in at least one core topic of the theme.
• Experience in R&D or project-based environments.
• Produced technical reports and/or guidance materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical projects across various departments.
• Act as Technical Lead for smaller projects.
• Undertake innovative Engineering research on manufacturing readiness.

Skills

Net shape manufacturing

Advanced materials processing

Electronics manufacturing

Materials analysis and consultancy

Technical reporting

Education

Relevant degree (Masters, PhD or industrial experience)

Job description

Job Title

Advanced Research Engineer

Location

MTC Coventry

Job Type

Permanent

Working Hours

36 Hours per week (Flexible Working Week available)

Salary

Competitive

Benefits

Vitality Medical, Company Pension, Tusker Car Scheme & Cycle 2 work scheme and more.

About Us

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe.

The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies.

Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness.

Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future.

The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.

Role

The Advanced Research Engineer (ARE) role is focused on the technical delivery of projects and support the development of project related activities across the MTC, working across various technology departments and industrial sectors.

Largely independent delivery of larger project's technical deliverables, and act as Technical Lead for smaller projects where required; ensuring work meets or exceeds agreed customer requirements, within agreed budgets and timescales.

Undertake innovative Engineering research work focused primarily on technology/manufacturing readiness levels (TRL/MRL) 3+, and able to demonstrate industrial project delivery.

To contribute to the identification, technical specification and delivery of new and novel technology capability into the MTC, customers, or industrial members premises.

Person Specification

Essential Skills/Qualifications/Experience

• Demonstrable experience in at least one of the core topics of the theme (net shape manufacturing, advanced materials processing, electronics manufacturing, and materials analysis and consultancy)
• Experience working in R&D or project-based environments
• Experience of having produced technical reports and / or guidance materials on engineering topics
• Relevant degree; Masters, PhD or industrial experience

Interview Process

Once you submit your application, this will be passed on to our Talent Acquisition team for review. If you are successfully shortlisted, the next steps will be a 2-stage interview process.

Reference and Security Checks

Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks.