CMC Research Engineer/Advanced Research Engineer

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About The Role

CMC Research Engineer/Advanced Research Engineer
Location: Bristol based with Hybrid working – 2 days on site, 3 days home
Advert end date: 26th October 2005 - We reserve the right to withdraw the advert earlier if required.

NCC is a world-leading authority on composite materials research, development, and manufacturing. We work with global leaders across industries such as aerospace, automotive, renewable energy, and defence to develop cutting-edge composite solutions.

Qualifications
We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our research team at different positions of seniority. Depending on your experience and qualifications, you could join us as a Research Engineer or Advanced Research Engineer.

• Ceramics - You have experience working with ceramic materials and have knowledge of their properties, benefits and limitations.
• Composites - You understand the raw materials, constituent parts and operational characteristics of the various types of CMCs (Ox-Ox, Sic-SiC, UHTCMC etc).
• You possess an educational background in chemistry with experience of chemical vapour deposition or infiltration.
• A strong knowledge of the challenges faced in novel applications CMCs and have a passion for delivering new technology.
• Industrial focus - You've put your knowledge to the test or have worked in R&D within industry - proven experience in a practical setting, solving real-world problems with real-world solutions.
• Novel sectors - Ideally, you'll have knowledge and experience of working within a relevant sector where materials have to withstand harsh environments (radiation degradation, high temperatures, space environment), forcing engineers to think outside the box in terms of materials selection.

What do we offer in return?
Hybrid and flexible working as standard, annual salary reviews, company paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, great people, honorary staff status at the University of Bristol.

We see your future in ours. Apply now.
Closing date for applications Sunday 27th October 2025 - If you are interested please don't wait for the closing date to apply as we retain the right to close applications early depending on the quality and volume of candidates.

NCC is a world-leading innovation organisation that turns cutting-edge research and technology into industrial impact. We bridge the gap between academia and industry, helping companies of all sizes to capitalise on cutting-edge innovation to deliver more.

Why NCC?
We see our success in yours. Not sure you meet all the requirements? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs if they think they may not meet every qualification, when in fact they often do.

We ensure that all hiring decisions are made without regard to age, race, national origin, sex, disability, gender, gender identity, religion, or any other protected characteristics, and will treat all applications with the strictest confidence.