Senior Materials Engineer

Working as part of the Materials Growth team, you will provide a hands‑on role in the growth, purification and characterisation of semiconductor and ferroelectric materials. These materials are used in a variety of different infra red sensing applications. It is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their engineering experience in the field of semiconductor materials growth. We are looking to compliment the group’s diverse technical expertise with a specialist in Chemistry.

This role would also involve advising on health and safety requirements and risk assessments across the site.

• Purification of elements used in growth process.
• Bulk crystal growth, including solution growth of Ferroelectric single crystals.
• Characterisation of Semiconductors and Ferroelectrics.
• Operation and maintenance of an MOCVD reactor.
• Maintain safe working environment in labs and advise on other areas on site.
• Ensure process conforms to quality procedures.

• A Degree or PhD in Chemistry with relevant experience in Functional/Advanced materials.
• Several years relevant industrial/laboratory experience.
• Comfortable working alone or in a small team, potentially including shift work.
• Safety conscious, working with hazardous substances.
• Experience of Microsoft Office based applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Genuine interest in Science and Engineering.

• Experience of HAZOP reviews and other risk assessments.
• Computational Fluid Dynamics.
• Solution growth of crystals.
• Knowledge of MOCVD.
• Experience of elemental purification.
• Experience with semiconductor process or characterisation equipment.

This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit