Technical Lead, Additive Manufacturing for Industrial Impact

University of Sheffield

Blackburn (OK)

On-site

USD 88,000 - 122,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme
Annual leave entitlement (maximize)
Wellbeing and development programs

Job summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking a Technical Lead in Additive Manufacturing to bridge cutting‑edge research and industrial application. You will mentor project engineers, drive technical excellence, and shape the technology roadmap for AM initiatives.

You will oversee a diverse portfolio of AM projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and delivering maximum value to industrial partners. This role offers a dynamic, impactful work environment within a world-class university.

Qualifications

  • Strong background in relevant technical research and the successful delivery of sophisticated AM projects.
  • Deep knowledge in AM process development, material characterisation, process simulation, or online/offline monitoring and control tools.
  • Leadership experience mentoring engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent collaboration skills to bridge advanced research and practical industrial application.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee a diverse portfolio of additive manufacturing projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
  • Mentor and develop project engineers to deliver high-impact AM solutions.
  • Drive technical excellence and shape the technology roadmap for AM initiatives.
  • Collaborate with industrial partners to translate research into real-world applications.

Skills

AM process development
Material characterisation
Process simulation
Online/offline monitoring
Leadership
Communication

Job description

The University of Sheffield is seeking a Technical Lead in Additive Manufacturing to bridge cutting‑edge research and industrial application. You will mentor project engineers, drive technical excellence, and shape the technology roadmap for AM initiatives.

You will oversee a diverse portfolio of AM projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and delivering maximum value to industrial partners. This role offers a dynamic, impactful work environment within a world-class university.

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