Careers
Surround yourself with inspiring colleagues, fearless thinkers and first-class facilities, with a career at MTC. We’re a leading research and technology organisation, with opportunities for the industry’s best talent to support our mission to drive positive societal impact from the forefront of manufacturing innovation.
Beyond ordinary
Whether you’re early on in your career, an experienced specialist, or looking for a career change, MTC is the place for any expert that craves a career with purpose. It’s a place where fierce independence meets radical collaboration. Where insatiable curiosity meets infectious passion. And where partnerships always prevail as we pursue meaningful progress together.
Our diversity is our greatest strength, so we welcome the unique insights and ambitions of people from all backgrounds, industries and fields of experience. MTC can offer a career where you’ll be expected to question the status quo and to believe the best can always be bettered. To drive forward innovation in manufacturing and technology to create value for customers, and to create positive impact across society.
Graduate opportunities - applications open!
Apply now for the 2025 intake.
Our locations
MTC Coventry
MTC Liverpool
Oxfordshire Advanced Skills (OAS)
Job roles
Whether you're a seasoned engineer, seeking a career shift, or just beginning your journey, MTC offers a diverse array of opportunities. Join us as an engineering apprentice or become a vital part of our business functions.
Engineering
Career Changers
Business Functions
Values
Created through a collaborative process involving the whole organisation our values reflect what the MTC means to us and why we come to work every day. Our values underpin the way we do business.
One team together
The collaborative spirit is the lifeblood of MTC. Because none of us is as good as all of us.
Pursuit of the best
Excellence is an everyday expectation. We constantly question what’s the best solution for customers.
Insatiable curiosity
Progress is an endless pursuit. We think beyond the obvious, ready to reimagine any convention.
Enterprising spirit
Ideas can change anything. We embrace innovation to extract the maximum value for our customers.
MTC culture
Collaboration and a passion to create real-world impact
At MTC, our culture is driven by a passion for transforming society, industries, and manufacturing. Our work has a real-world impact and purpose, addressing societal challenges and creating solutions that make a tangible difference. We are a community of individuals who embody our culture and engage collaboratively to achieve innovative solutions.
We prioritise the mental and physical health of our community, recognising that a healthy, inclusive workplace is the foundation for innovation and success. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual and embrace diversity as a catalyst for collective growth.
With a culture that’s defined by courage, creativity, and freedom, we encourage every member of our team to work with the passion and purpose that true progress demands. In return, we foster an environment where each and every person can thrive. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making progress.
MTC benefits
We are incredibly lucky at the MTC to work alongside such a skilled, capable and committed team of people. We in turn are committed to giving something back and offer a range of benefits.
Annual leave
We want you to enjoy a healthy work/life balance, so we offer a generous annual leave package. You get 25 days' paid holiday plus eight public holidays if you work Monday to Friday.
Smart holidays
Need more time off? You can buy up to 36 extra hours of leave or sell up to 36 hours for extra pay.
Flexible working
Balancing work with life’s demands is important, so we offer flexible working options, including a fully flexible working week to tailor your work hours to suit your needs.
Professional development
We’re all about supporting your growth. Get up to £350 a year for a professional subscription to help you reach your full potential.
Learning and development
We’re committed to helping you grow. Access training and learning opportunities to enhance your skills and meet your career goals.
Long service rewards
Earn extra holiday days starting from your fourth year, plus enjoy special lunches and dinners to celebrate milestones.
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
We offer support and benefits for new parents, including enhanced pay if you’ve been with us for 12 months.
Sick pay and life assurance
We’ve got you covered if you’re unwell, plus life assurance provides peace of mind.
Group income protection
If you can’t work for more than six months, we can support you with income protection and help you return to work.
Vitality health
Enjoy company-paid health insurance with VitalityHealth, plus access to Help@Hand services for mental health, physiotherapy, and medical second opinions.
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Get a brand new car, including electric options, by offsetting part of your salary.
Cycle to Work
Get a new bike and gear through the Halfords Cycle2work scheme.
O2 Priority Discounts
Enjoy special deals through the O2 Priority app.
Pension
Benefit from a highly competitive pension scheme with employer contributions up to 8% of your gross basic salary.
and many more!
Search our current job vacancies
Ref:1063051
Senior Research Engineer - Automation & Robotics
MTC Coventry +/ Liverpool
£50,000 - £57,500 DOE
Closing: 30 January 2025
Ref:1063617
Engineering
Quality Manager - Workshops
MTC Coventry
Up to £55,000 DOE
Closing: 30 January 2025
Ref:1050693
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer - AM
MTC Coventry
Up to £55,000 DOE
Closing: 30 January 2025
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PhD
PhD Opportunity: AI-Enhanced Sustainability: Driving Net-Zero Targets in Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Closing: 28 February 2025
Ref:AACME-MTC-25
PhD
PhD Opportunity: Sustainable Routes for Upcycling Copper for High-Performance Applications
Closing: 28 February 2025
Ref:UOB
PhD
MTC-UOB PhD Scholarship - Robotised health triage of end-of-life products for value retention in the circular economy
Closing: 28 February 2025
Ref:ENG219
PhD
PhD Studentship: Developing Next-Generation Laser Technologies for Advanced Materials
Closing: 28 February 2025
Ref:1062152
Apprenticeships & Technical Training
Engineering Trainer
MTC Coventry
£38,000 - £42,000 DOE
Closing: 20 December 2024
Ref:1061168
Support Departments
Document Controller
MTC Coventry
£34,000 - £40,000 DOE
Closing: 19 December 2024
Ref:1061163
Support Departments
Project Planner
MTC Coventry
£55,000 - £60,000 DOE
Closing: 19 December 2024
Ref:1062097
Engineering
Technical Specialist - Additive Manufacturing
MTC Coventry
£60,000 - £70,000 DOE
Closing: 19 December 2024
Ref:1060619