Senior / Lead Materials Engineer

We have an opportunity to join Graeme Hyson’s R&D team as a Senior or Lead Materials Engineer, supporting both new technology development and the investigation of material-related failures.

Materials are fundamental to the performance of YASA’s axial flux motors, with thermal, magnetic and mechanical demands directly affecting power density, reliability and cost. This is a hands-on role for someone who can turn incomplete or loosely defined requirements into clear, evidence-based engineering recommendations.

The role will see you:

• Lead the selection and development of materials, adhesives, joining processes and manufacturing technologies.
• Identify opportunities arising from new materials and emerging technologies.
• Develop and manage practical materials testing, including work with external test partners.
• Support the teardown and examination of failed motors, drive units and components.
• Diagnose failure mechanisms and define further testing to establish root cause.
• Work with internal engineering teams and external suppliers to develop and qualify material solutions.

We’re looking for someone with applied experience across metallic and non-metallic materials, practical knowledge of joining technologies such as adhesives and welding, and a methodical approach to testing and root-cause analysis. Experience of sample preparation and testing to ISO, ASTM or equivalent standards is important. As laboratory work is central to the position, the role will be primarily site-based.