Power Beam Processes Senior/Principal Engineer

TWI; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TWI Ltd is seeking a Senior/Principal Laser Engineer to join the Power Beam Processes team in Cambridge (Granta Park). The role delivers laser-based joining, cutting and surfacing projects, providing expert technical solutions and contributing to new business opportunities.

Successful candidates will hold a science/engineering degree and have demonstrable experience in welding/materials processing, with strong communication and project delivery skills. Travel in the UK and abroad may be required.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification in a science or engineering discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in welding/materials processing.
• Ability to work alone and in a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication to support business development and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in laser processing and related equipment development.
• Deliver technical solutions within budget and timescale.
• Provide production and pre-production problem solving at client sites or remotely.
• Identify and develop technical business prospects with existing and new clients.
• Lead proposals for industrial clients and collaborative research.
• Develop and extend technical reputation in laser materials processing.
• Support management in strategy development and operational efficiency.

Skills

Welding & materials processing

Laser processing

Project delivery

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

Job description

Senior Engineer

Power Beam Processes Senior/Principal Engineer

AMT

Location : Cambridge – Granta Park

Contract : Permanent

Hours : Full time

Job Profile : Senior/Principal Engineer

Salary/annum :

• Senior Engineer: Up to £54,000.00
• Principal Engineer: Up to £60,000.00
• Dependant on skills, qualifications & experience

Reference number : JR100745

Closing Date : 14 September 2026

Security requirements: TWI will conduct a BPSS check for the successful candidate.

Description of role:

The Power Beam Processing (PBP) Section provides research, development, production support and consultancy services to a range of industries including aerospace, space, defence, nuclear, automotive and power. We run a range of laser and Electron Beam (EB) projects covering joining, EB Additive Manufacturing, laser decommissioning, laser surface engineering and automotive joining technologies. We now seek a Senior/Principal Laser Engineer (Technology) to join our team to support delivery of our laser project portfolio and further develop new business and technologies.

The level of appointment will be determined based on the successful candidates’ skills, qualifications, and experience.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Support clients in the development and application of laser processing and related equipment.

• Deliver technical solutions to meet the client’s needs within planned budget and timescale.

• Provision of production and pre-production problem solving support at client’s sites or remotely.

• Identifying and developing technical business prospects with existing and new clients.

• Leading the preparation of proposals for industrial clients and for collaborative research.

• Developing and extending technical reputation of the department in the field of laser materials processing.

• Supporting line management by contributing to strategy development and operational efficiency improvements.

Success in your application requires:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in a science or engineering discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in welding/materials processing.
• The ability to work alone on your own initiative and as an effective part of the team.
• Evidenced strong verbal and written communication skills to support business development and project delivery in a direct customer facing role.
• Excellent planning and organisation skills applicable to scoping, launch and delivery of projects to time, cost and quality targets.

You will work primarily on a wide variety of projects in the fields of laser-based joining, laser cutting, and laser surfacing. Previous experience in laser materials processing is therefore desirable, and you should have a proven track record in performing industrially relevant research and development.

You will have good project management and self-organisation abilities together with sound written and verbal communication skills. Previous experience of delivering projects for UK and/or European funding bodies would be advantageous.

You will preferably be working towards, or hold, Incorporated or Chartered status linked to membership of a relevant professional institute. On-going professional development will be an inherent part of the role.

If you want to be part of an organisation with global influence, working on groundbreaking technology alongside industry experts, we’d love to hear from you.

Travel :

This position may require regular travel both in the UK and abroad.

About us:

TWI Ltd is a world expert in engineering, materials and joining technologies with significant property assets. We provide industry with advice and know-how in design, fabrication, failure analysis and prevention.

We offer opportunities to collaborate with inspiring and expert teams and a supportive environment in which you are actively encouraged to share your ideas and continually develop your own skills and knowledge.

If you are looking to join an organisation that is fuelled by innovation, teamwork, and openness, this role could be for you.

Diversity statement:

TWI Ltd is committed to treating all employees fairly and to being an inclusive employer. Our aim is to create a work environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our people practices to attract, develop and retain the best talent.

Inclusion:

We recognise that it’s the differences of our people that gives us the competitive edge and enables us to maintain our world leading reputation. This is why we are committed to ensuring there is diversity across every level of our organisation; representative of the Members and societies we serve. We have made Inclusion our number one corporate value to demonstrate our commitment to ensure it is at the core of everything we do at TWI.

Disability Confident Scheme :

We are pleased to confirm that we have achieved the first stage accreditation, which means we are a ‘Disability Confident Employer’. This is a government-supported scheme that supports organisations like TWI to make the most of the talents that people with disability can bring to our workplace. The scheme helps us recruit and retain great people; draw from the widest possible pool of talent; secure high-quality employees who are skilled, loyal and hardworking; and improve employee morale and commitment by demonstrating that we treat all of our people fairly.

Why work for TWI?

We offer a competitive salary, share-in-success bonus scheme, generous pension scheme (both employee contribution (flexible amount) and TWI contribution (up to 10% of salary), holiday (20 days + 5 Corporate days + 8 bank holiday’s), private health and dental cover, career development and training, onsite employee restaurant, onsite gym, day nursery available for companies on Granta Park (Cambridge) site (subject to availability), onsite parking and more.

We know that balancing work and personal life can at times be challenging. This is why we continue to review and implement family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible working, enhanced maternity pay and paid parental leave.

Working hours:

36 hours per week (full time), 8.30am -16.30pm Monday to Thursday (finishing at 16.15pm on Friday). Part-time and hybrid working available in some roles.

Artificial Intelligence:

At TWI, we want you to know that your application is in good hands. We do not use AI tools or automated systems to review or sift through applications. Instead, every application is personally reviewed by the hiring manager. We believe in being open and transparent with our candidates, and we’re committed to giving your application the attention it deserves.

TWI Culture

As one of the world’s leading independent research and technology organisations, we are committed to attracting, motivating and retaining the best talent from around the world. Our goal is to develop the next generation of experts to address future industry challenges.

We are committed to creating a culture that recognises and respects the differences between people while valuing the contribution everyone makes to TWI.

The diversity of our staff and students makes a positive and important contribution to our continuing success.

TWI offers a comprehensive training programme, incorporating both in-house and external courses to support staff development.

TWI Values:

Our six values provide a point of reference for the way we expect our people to operate and behave.

• Inclusion: Valuing the contribution from every individual, creating value for our customers
• Teamwork: Building effective working relationships, we accomplish more together
• Adaptability: Engaging positively with change to meet the needs of the business
• Taking Responsibility : Achieving our objectives and personal development
• Innovation & Expertise : Championing new ideas and sharing knowledge to solve industry problems
• Customer Focus : Building trusting relationships with our customers