About the Role

This is a one year research-focused position, with the potential for extension, entails advancing the state-of-the-art in Directed Energy Deposition Additive Manufacturing (DEDAM), with a primary emphasis on the development of multi-material systems and high-performance metallic structures. You will spearhead experimental campaigns to evaluate process stability and material integrity, pioneering novel material combinations such as metal-metal composites and metal-composite joining techniques. By collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to push the boundaries of large-scale additive manufacturing, you will integrate process digitalisation with rigorous experimental design. Key responsibilities involve the manufacture of high-quality specimens for characterisation by research partners and the systematic analysis of experimental data to establish fundamental correlations between process parameters, microstructures, and mechanical properties. Ultimately, this work aims to refine DEDAM processes to ensure that fabricated components are meticulously optimised for specific mechanical load scenarios, with a particular interest in candidates capable of implementing advanced monitoring and automation frameworks to enhance system integration and data-driven insights.

About You

• Hold a PhD (or be close to completion) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrable relevant experience and achievements in process development and material characterisation.
• Proven knowledge of monitoring and control system development within the metal AM process.
• Developing track record of publishing in high-quality journals.
• Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills.
• Proven ability for problem-solving.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).

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Our Values and Commitments

Our shared, stated values: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK.

Working Arrangements

Collaborating and connecting are integral. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working.

How to Apply

For an informal discussion, contact Dr Jian Qin (E): [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or Dr Wojciech Suder (E): [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. For further details, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Quote reference number 5301. Closing date: 31 May 2026. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early.