Graduate Research Engineer

The Vacancy
Here at the MTC, our people are diverse and multi-disciplinary. They are paramount to our progress and success. We understand that to realize our vision to create a strong, sustainable UK manufacturing industry - we must continue to place special emphasis on future skills and technologies and to offer best in class Graduate Development Programmes to support aspiring engineers to achieve their true potential.

Our 24 month Component Manufacturing Technologies (CMT) Graduate Programme is structured to give you the experience, knowledge, and skills to become a competent and confident professional engineer. It represents a fantastic opportunity to take control of your future at a truly unique and inspiring company.

Our CMT Development Programme is specifically designed to build your experience and understanding across key departments, including Additive Manufacturing, Laser Processing and Materials Technology. Our mission is to transform how components are made - ensuring they are stronger, lighter, more sustainable and more cost‑effective, while equipping UK industry with the skills and confidence to adopt these technologies.

You will work with cutting edge technologies on innovative and exciting live projects from the start, alongside some of the best minds in the industry. You'll learn first-hand what it takes to build a successful and rewarding engineering career and we will support you every step of the way.

In addition, we offer the opportunity for our colleagues to engage with professional bodies and work towards Chartership (benefitting from our financial support) We'll also help you hone essential business, commercial and personal leadership skills, including problem solving and creativity, financial awareness, and effective relationship building.

What We're Looking For
While success is important to us, so are our values: (
One team together, Pursuit of the best, Insatiable curiosity and Enterprising Spirit
) So, you'll be passionate about your STEM discipline, a creative problem solver, innovative and a real team player who has;

• an accredited bachelor's degree (2:1 minimum) in a relevant STEM subject (Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or similar)
• enthusiasm for continued personal development and learning new things
• strong communication skills, including a demonstrable ability to communicate technical data to a non-technical audience clearly and confidently.

A more rewarding choice all around
Investing in your wellbeing is important to us. With this in mind, we've introduced a fully flexible working pattern where you can work the hours that suit your lifestyle, Monday to Friday.

In addition, we also offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and private healthcare, plus you can look forward to a healthy work/life balance with 25 days paid annual leave, plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy or sell up to one weeks' holiday per year.

So, are you inspired by the thought of impacting society and joining the MTC? If so, we look forward to hearing from you.

The closing date for applications is
Tuesday 23rd December
, however, we will close earlier should we reach our target application numbers sooner. So,
APPLY NOW
More supporting information below:

The Recruitment Journey
We want you to feel confident and prepared throughout our selection process. Here's an overview of the journey you'll take as a candidate:

• Application Form

The first step is completing our online application form and attaching your CV. This is your opportunity to share your background, skills, and motivation for applying. Take your time to ensure your information is accurate and highlights your strengths.

• Psychometric Assessments

Once your application is reviewed, you'll be invited to complete online psychometric assessments via the SOVA platform. These may include numerical, verbal, or logical reasoning tests, as well as personality questionnaires. They help us understand your problem‑solving style and how you might fit with our team culture.

• Telephone Interview

If successful in the assessments, you'll be invited to a structured telephone interview. This is a chance to discuss your experiences, motivations, and suitability for the role. It's also an opportunity for you to ask questions and learn more about us. We recommend finding a quiet space and having your CV nearby for reference.

• Face‑to‑Face Assessment Centre

The final stage is an in‑person assessment centre at either our Coventry or Liverpool sites. Our recruitment team will host pre-assessment centre briefing sessions to share more about the day and to set you at ease. Throughout the assessment centre you will meet members of our teams and get a real feel for our working environment. Thorough feedback will be shared with all attendees post-assessment centre, regardless of outcome.

• Offer stage and beyond

If you are successful in securing an offer on to our Graduate Programme - our recruitment team will notify you of this shortly after your assessment centre and talk you through the next steps. In addition, we also host regular sessions over the summer to best support your onboarding journey, ensuring you are set up for success from Day 1 in September 2026.

Support with your application
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the application process, e.g. additional reading time, access requirements etc. If you'd like to talk about how we can support your personal circumstances ahead of making an application, please reach out to our recruitment team.

Important information
We are committed to fostering a diverse and dynamic workforce where all individuals have the opportunity to excel.

For transparency, it's important to note that our company does not provide visa sponsorship for candidates participating in our early careers programmes (including support for graduate route visa holders). Those who possess the legal right to work in the UK, are eligible for our roles.

We encourage you to review the eligibility requirements specified in each early careers listing. If you meet these criteria and share our enthusiasm for professional growth and innovation, we happily welcome your application.

About The MTC
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 other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness.

Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future.

The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.

Reference Checks and Security Checks (where applicable)
Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks.