Overview
The Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the University of Warwick is seeking to appoint a Materials Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team to assist in the delivery of SME Programmes. This Group helps manufacturing SMEs become more productive and competitive and aims to accelerate SME economic growth through research-led innovation. We build strong sustainable and collaborative relationships with SME businesses and partner organisations.
Base pay range
This range is provided by University of Warwick. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Responsibilities
* Utilise necessary knowledge and technology in the team to react to client project needs and to provide solutions with regards to how best to solve the client challenges.
* Conduct on-site assessments and line walks with customers to identify their challenges and identify improvement opportunities.
* Collaborate with other senior engineers and managers in the group and wider university to deliver engineering projects where required.
* Travel to customer sites (mainly within the West Midlands) to support project delivery.
About You / Qualifications
* A degree level qualification in a relevant subject and applied industrial experience.
* Skilled in carrying out the design and development of new products and making manufacturing recommendations before implementing them within the client environment.
* Good organisational and interpersonal skills.
* A broad understanding of polymer-based materials (plastics or composites), their composition, mechanical properties and how they are processed.
* Understanding and appreciation of materials and chemical structures/bonding.
* Hands-on experience preparing, handling and testing samples, complying with Health and Safety practices.
* Ability to understand and analyse data gathered from materials characterisation techniques.
About The Department
The Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) is the largest department at the University of Warwick, with over 800 staff and nearly 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management, technology, and applied engineering. We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence.
Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.
Safeguarding & DBS
The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with. Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level. All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.
How to Apply
Closing deadline: Sunday 4th January 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time). To apply, click Apply and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.
Your CV Should Include
- Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
- Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).
Your Cover Letter Should Explain
- Your motivations for applying to the role.
- Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level • Employment type: Contract • Job function: Management and Manufacturing • Industries: Higher Education
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