Research Fellow or Project Engineer (111252-0626)

Location

University of Warwick Campus, Coventry

Department

WMG

Position Type

Fixed Term

Duration

Fixed term contract until 31st December 2027

Salary

£35,608 to £46,049 per annum

About the Role

Informal Queries

• For informal queries, please contact Ben Hunt (Lead Engineer) at [email protected]

Please note that this job advert is for a Research Fellow or a Project Engineer, and the differences between the two are highlighted within the Job Description. Please highlight within your cover letter which version of the role you are looking to apply to.

To conduct in-depth research and development efforts in electric machine insulation systems for aerospace applications. The role involves designing and executing high voltage tests to evaluate insulation performance under environmental conditions, understanding ageing and failure mechanisms with the aim to develop the reliability and safety of next generation electric propulsion systems.

About You

An candidate with a pragmatic approach to solving insulation system challenges for the next generation electrical machines.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

PhD Status (if applying for Research Fellow)

If you are near submission of your PhD, or have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made at Research Assistant level, at the highest spinal point of pay grade 5 (£34,610 per annum).

Upon receipt of evidence confirming the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow, at the lowest spinal point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).

About the Department

The WMG PEMD team is working on collaborative projects with automotive, aerospace and energy generation manufacturers.

We have projects with tier 1s and OEMs that will make the electrification of aerospace, automotive and marine transport possible, and a commercial success. Our Driving the Electric Revolution - Industrialisation Centre "Winding Centre of Excellence" is part of our capability for making electrified drivetrains a credible technology for low-carbon transport. The WCE is central to these challenges and this post will support the facility development, project delivery and insights into the adoption of automated machine manufacturing.

The is the largest department at the University of Warwick, with over 800 staff and nearly 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management, technology, and applied engineering.

We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence, and we are proud holders of the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the Institutional Silver Award.

About the University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at .

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How to Apply

Closing Deadline: Thursday 9 July 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*

To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include two attachments:

• CV
• Cover Letter

These should:

• Outline employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
• Demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description using clear examples.

Please ensure your application clearly evidences the essential criteria, as the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application if these are not demonstrated.**

• Interview Date: 17 July 2026
• Start Date: To be confirmed

* Applications must be submitted through the warwick-careers.tal.net portal before the closing deadline. We recommend completing your application form in good time, as the advert will automatically close at the deadline.

** You are welcome to include any career breaks, such as parental leave, caring responsibilities, or long-term sickness absence. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see .

What we Offer

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. .

We are proud to be a .

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Safeguarding & DBS

The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.

• Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
• The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
• All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.

Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.

Job Description

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