Latest Research Scientist (Semiconductors) Jobs

Senior CPU Performance Developer Technology Engineer

This role involves deep performance analysis and optimization of CPU workloads for NVIDIA's next-generation architectures, particularly in cloud and HPC environments. The engineer will collaborate with developers, researchers, and internal teams to enhance software stacks and influence future hardware design. Work includes direct contributions to frameworks, reference code, and low-level optimization for enterprise-scale applications.

NVIDIA £292,500 – £650,000 pa

Senior CPU Performance Developer Technology Engineer

This role involves deep performance analysis and optimization of cloud and HPC workloads on NVIDIA's CPU architecture. You'll collaborate with developers, researchers, and internal teams to enhance software stacks, develop reference code, and influence next-generation CPU design. The position emphasizes low-level software optimization, benchmarking, and direct technical engagement with key software frameworks and applications.

NVIDIA £292,500 – £650,000 pa

Operational Buyer

This role involves managing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for a global manufacturing environment, ensuring on-time delivery of critical materials. The Operational Buyer will proactively manage a supplier base of 70+ companies, resolve supply shortages, and collaborate with cross-functional teams across international sites. Key responsibilities include expediting orders, maintaining SAP data accuracy, driving process improvements, and supporting production continuity in a fast-paced technical environment.

Manpower Cambourne, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £43,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Assembly & Test Specialist

The role involves precision electro-mechanical assembly and automated testing of safety-critical energetic devices such as detonators and safety arming units. The candidate will work within a highly regulated production environment, following strict quality and safety procedures while building and testing components to exacting standards. The position offers opportunities for skill development and career progression within production engineering.

Teledyne FLIR Lincoln, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Production Engineer

The role involves overseeing end-to-end manufacturing and test processes for high-reliability interconnect products used in aerospace, defense, and space applications. The Production Engineer will provide on-floor support, lead process improvements, troubleshoot build and test issues, and act as a key link between production and engineering teams. This position plays a central role in new product introduction, equipment management, and continuous improvement within a growing, technically advanced manufacturing environment.

Teledyne FLIR Newbury, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Principal Power Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the design and development of advanced power electronic systems for automotive applications, including inverters, on-board chargers, and motor control systems. The engineer will drive hardware design from concept through validation, using simulation tools and contributing to FMEA and reliability analysis. The position offers technical leadership opportunities and involvement in R&D within a multidisciplinary team focused on electric and hybrid vehicle technologies.

Matchtech Birmingham, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom

R&D Project Manager

Manages internal product development and publicly funded R&D projects from concept to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards. Coordinates cross-functional teams, leads project documentation and reporting, and supports bid writing for research grants. Plays a key role in shaping and improving project management processes within a growing engineering team.

Cambridge GaN Devices Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Analog IC Design Engineer (GaN)

Design and develop GaN-based power ICs using EDA tools, including schematic capture, simulation, layout, and verification (DRC, LVS, PEX). Conduct wafer-level and packaged device testing, debug performance issues, and create SPICE models. Contribute to IP generation and support patent applications. Work within a research-driven team focused on energy-efficient semiconductor innovation.

Cambridge GaN Devices Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Technical Facilities Manager

This role involves managing critical engineering infrastructure and building services for a high-tech manufacturing site, including clean rooms, HVAC, electrical, and life safety systems. The Technical Facilities Manager will lead maintenance programmes, ensure compliance with UK health and safety regulations, oversee contractors, and support continuous improvement within a complex operational environment. Collaboration with engineering, operations, and safety teams is essential to maintain operational resilience and support manufacturing and research activities.

Hays Construction and Property Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom £48,000 – £60,000 pa

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic Systems

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic SystemsBasic Salary £52,000Car Allowance £7,200Bonus £6,000PensionIncome ProtectionLife InsurancePrivate Healthcare25 Days Holiday Plus Bank HolidaysFull Product Training** This role will involve working five days out of seven and will include some weekend work**The Role - Field...

TRS Consulting Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom £52,000 pa

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic Systems

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic SystemsBasic Salary £52,000Car Allowance £7,200Bonus £6,000PensionIncome ProtectionLife InsurancePrivate Healthcare25 Days Holiday Plus Bank HolidaysFull Product Training** This role will involve working five days out of seven and will include some weekend work**The Role - Field...

TRS Consulting Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £52,000 pa

Process Engineer

This role involves leading process improvement initiatives within a foundry environment, focusing on reducing waste, improving efficiency, and ensuring production processes meet quality standards. The engineer will conduct structured problem-solving using methodologies like 8D and root cause analysis, maintain PFMEA documentation, and support CAPEX projects. Collaboration with engineering teams and application of lean principles are central to driving continuous improvement in a technically advanced manufacturing setting.

Yolk Recruitment Chard, Somerset, TA20 1FU, United Kingdom £50,000 pa

Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer

Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer £up to 60k Base + Benefits South East Ref: ABJ6489 Onsite: PermAn experienced Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer is required to join a highly regarded engineering R&D team developing advanced hydraulic and control systems for...

Hudson Shribman United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

C++ Software Engineer - High-Frequency Trading / Low-Latency- Leading Quantitative Trading Firm

Design and optimize high-performance, low-latency C++ systems for global quantitative trading. Work across the full stack from market data and execution infrastructure to FPGA/ASIC-based hardware integration. Solve complex performance and scalability challenges in a collaborative, engineering-led environment with direct input into architectural decisions.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom £600,000 pa

Electronic Design Engineer

Are you an Electronic Design Engineer looking to step up into a more senior, responsible and autonomous position within a cutting-edge R&D team? We are looking for candidates having good electronics and electrical design with some basic firmware programming experience....

Wallace Hind Selection Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £75,000 pa