At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team developing innovative materials for extreme environments and solve real engineering challenges.
- Company: Advanced engineering organisation focused on cutting-edge propulsion technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, structured training, and excellent career progression.
- Other info: Gain exposure to the complete product lifecycle and attend industry conferences.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while combining science and engineering in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field; curiosity and teamwork skills are key.
£28,000 - £30,000 + excellent benefits
Kidderminster (ad hoc hybrid)
Are you graduating in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline and looking for a career where your work genuinely matters? We're supporting an advanced engineering organisation that develops some of the world's most innovative propulsion technology. This is a rare opportunity to join a specialist research and engineering team working on high-performance materials used in extreme environments.
You'll receive structured training, mentoring from experienced scientists and engineers, and the opportunity to build expertise in a highly specialised field.
What you'll be doing:
- Researching and developing advanced materials
- Investigating how materials behave under extreme temperatures, pressure and mechanical loads
- Supporting material testing, analysis and qualification
- Solving real manufacturing and engineering challenges
- Working with production and engineering teams to improve manufacturing processes
- Producing technical reports and presenting findings
- Supporting new material development for future technologies
No two days are the same, and you'll quickly gain exposure to the complete product lifecycle—from research through to manufacturing.
What we're looking for:
We're much more interested in your curiosity, enthusiasm and willingness to learn than years of industry experience. You'll ideally have:
- A degree (or be graduating this year) in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline
- A genuine interest in materials and how they perform in real engineering applications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive attitude and desire to continually develop your knowledge
Industrial placements, laboratory experience or manufacturing exposure would be advantageous but are not essential.
Why join?
This isn't a role where you'll spend every day in a laboratory. Instead, you'll combine science with engineering—working closely with production, manufacturing and design teams to solve complex technical challenges and see your work make a real impact.
You'll benefit from:
- Structured graduate development and mentoring
- Specialist technical training
- Opportunities to attend industry conferences and external courses
- Hybrid working
- Excellent benefits package
- Long-term career progression within a highly specialised engineering environment
If you're looking for a graduate role where you'll be challenged, supported and given the opportunity to become a recognised technical specialist, we'd love to hear from you.
Graduate Materials Scientist in Kidderminster employer: CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
At CBSbutler, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Hampshire location provides a secure environment for our DV Cleared Infrastructure Test Engineers to thrive, with competitive rates and opportunities for professional growth within a high-profile infrastructure programme. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your career development in a meaningful way.
Contact Details:
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Recruitment Team
