Research Engineer or Advanced Research Engineer - Composite Moulding

Overview

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. As part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, NCC is at the forefront of innovation, helping businesses turn ideas into reality.

What you'll be doing

We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join the Composite Moulding team, part of the Manufacturing Group. Depending on your experience and qualifications, you could join us as a Research Engineer or Advanced Research Engineer. In this role, you will lead the development of novel technologies and processes, and create demonstrators to showcase NCC's manufacturing capabilities - continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible with composites.

What are we looking for?

• A strong theoretical foundation and substantial hands-on experience in composite manufacturing processes, such as manual pre-impregnated (prepreg) layup, dry fibre infusion, and Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM).
• Proven experience in an industrial manufacturing or engineering R&D environment; experience within the aerospace sector is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams, customers, and engineering stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of a project.
• Demonstrated ability to perform thorough requirements capture across diverse technical areas, enabling the effective scoping and structuring of projects within defined capabilities, budgets, and timelines.
• Proficiency in producing high-quality technical documentation, reports, and specifications to a professional standard.
• Experience in leading technically complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects.

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, and honorary staff status at the University of Bristol. With a genuine focus on wellbeing, EDI, and learning and development, this is a chance to build your career in a thriving R&D facility with a bright future.

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Closing date for applications: Wednesday 19th November 2025. Sometimes we close applications early due to the quality and quantity of applications. Please don't leave it until the closing deadline to apply if you are considering it.