Materials Applications Scientist, PCM & Energy Storage

Sunamp Ltd.; Macmerry; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunamp Ltd. is seeking a Materials Applications Scientist to develop, test and improve the materials at the heart of our technology for thermal energy storage.

You will design lab experiments, apply analytical chemistry techniques, generate data to inform technical decisions, and support scale-up of PCM manufacturing.

This hands-on role requires a degree in Chemistry or Materials Science and at least three years of relevant experience, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• A degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or a related discipline.
• At least three years’ relevant scientific or materials development experience.
• Strong laboratory testing, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to turn complex experimental findings into clear, actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to investigate material compatibility and performance.
• Apply analytical chemistry techniques to develop robust testing and quality control methods.
• Generate and interpret experimental data to inform technical decisions.
• Support the development and scale-up of PCM manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with Materials, Operations and wider teams to solve technical challenges.

Skills

Analytical skills

Laboratory testing

Problem-solving

Data interpretation

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Materials Science

Job description

Sunamp Ltd. is seeking a Materials Applications Scientist to develop, test and improve the materials at the heart of our technology for thermal energy storage.

You will design lab experiments, apply analytical chemistry techniques, generate data to inform technical decisions, and support scale-up of PCM manufacturing.

This hands-on role requires a degree in Chemistry or Materials Science and at least three years of relevant experience, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.