Technical Fellow; Additive Manufacturing

Overview

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in a team at the forefront of Additive Manufacturing? The University of Sheffield's AMRC North West is seeking an exceptionally skilled and ambitious Tech Fellow in Additive Manufacturing to lead our dynamic and rapidly expanding team. This is your opportunity to work with world‑class technology and drive projects that are shaping the future of manufacturing.

Based within the AMRC North West Additive Manufacturing group, you will take full responsibility for the technical delivery of a diverse portfolio of cutting‑edge projects. Your work might span design, process simulation, material characterisation, process monitoring and control, as well as post‑processing techniques including heat treatment, machining and surface finishing.

You will play a key role in coordinating project scoping, set‑up, execution and close‑out, while providing expert insight across a wide range of AM technologies. Beyond delivering high‑quality technical outcomes, you will help secure a sustainable pipeline of research, build strong industrial and government partnerships, and support growth of the AMRC NW order book. Maintaining the AMRC's international reputation for excellence will be central to your leadership.

We believe in the power of collaboration and the strength that comes from diverse perspectives. By joining us, you will become part of an inclusive, multidisciplinary community of professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and delivering meaningful impact for industry. Here, your expertise will help set new benchmarks in advanced manufacturing—and your voice will help shape the future direction of the field.

If you thrive on innovation, collaboration and high‑impact delivery, this role offers the chance to make a transformative contribution to the future of Additive Manufacturing.

Please note previous applicants need not apply.

• Technical responsibility of delivering numerous concurrent projects for a range of partners and funding bodies, including key strategic projects.
• Lead the identification of funding opportunities, develop high‑quality proposals, and establish and manage collaborative consortia to secure resources that drive strategic research and technology development mainly in metallic Additive Manufacturing.
• Line management of a team, including setting targets and completing annual SRDS reviews.
• Report directly to the Head of Additive Manufacturing or Senior Technical Fellow on performance of the teams and project progress against agreed measures and targets.
• Provide regular communication and formal reporting to project teams, stakeholders and customers.
• Accountability for technical decision‑making within your area of responsibility and correct escalation procedures.
• Develop technical solutions and ideas for project staff to adopt and progress in the field of AM processes.
• Establish a reputation for being a world‑class solution provider in the field of AM.
• Develop a clear strategic plan of engagement/representation at relevant conferences and disseminate information about new technologies and trends to generate new research projects and commercial opportunities.
• Provide AMRC partners with confidence, support and value for money.
• Support project teams in risk management and mitigation, and raise issues in a timely manner.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders and senior management.
• Maintain a high reputation through project delivery and customer engagement.
• Lead and guide others to be technically competent, take initiative and be innovative.
• Demonstrate commitment to the professional behaviours set out in the Sheffield Professional Framework and undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post.

• Have a good honours degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering or materials science (or equivalent industrial experience in AM with a different engineering degree).
• Demonstrated expertise in leading high‑quality proposal development, establishing and managing effective research consortia, proactively identifying funding opportunities, and securing…