Additive Research & Development Engineer - HTRC

Location: Coventry (Ansty Park)

Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

We are seeking a talented and motivated Additive Manufacturing Research & Development Engineer to join the High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC) in Coventry.

The HTRC is a world-class facility at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, specialising in the design and production of high-performance turbine components. This collaborative environment brings together industry expertise and academic excellence to develop cutting-edge technologies and manufacturing solutions.

This role will focus on advancing ceramic and wax-based additive manufacturing processes, supporting the development of innovative techniques used in investment casting and next-generation turbine component manufacture.

• Lead and contribute to research and development activities focused on turbine component manufacturing and design improvement
• Develop and optimise additive manufacturing processes for ceramic and wax applications
• Define and implement robust methods of manufacture, including tooling, process parameters, and production techniques
• Design and deliver experimental programmes to evaluate and enhance manufacturing capability
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, operations, and research partners
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost performance
• Provide technical expertise in manufacturing processes, equipment capability, and production methods
• Support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and systems

• Degree-qualified in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Strong foundation in manufacturing engineering principles and component development
• Demonstrable experience or knowledge of additive manufacturing technologies, ideally within ceramic or wax processes
• Experience in advanced manufacturing, research, or engineering development environments
• Understanding of investment casting, machining, or turbine component manufacture is advantageous

• Design for Manufacture (DfM) and process optimisation
• CAD/CAM and tooling or fixture development
• Experimental design, process validation, and data-driven decision making
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• Project delivery, risk management, and change control

• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Innovative mindset with a passion for developing new technologies
• Committed to continuous improvement and technical excellence

• Opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced manufacturing innovation
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and industry-leading technologies
• Collaborative environment working alongside leading engineers and researchers
• Ability to contribute to the development of next-generation aerospace components

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe.

The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies.

Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and…