Join ICOMAT – Revolutionising the Future of Lightweight Manufacturing!

At ICOMAT, we are transforming the future of aerospace and automotive with groundbreaking technology that delivers the lightest, most efficient composite structures ever produced. Our advanced manufacturing solutions are setting new standards in scale, speed, and cost-efficiency, far surpassing traditional composite production methods.

As a rapidly growing company in the field, we’re on a mission to enable the next generation of lightweight cars, planes, and spacecraft. Our team is driven by a shared passion for innovation, creativity, and a vision to revolutionise the use of composite materials across industries.

ICOMAT operates at the cutting edge of automated manufacturing, with three core divisions, Automated Production Machines, Software Design and Production Tools and Factory Operations.

We’re proud to work with over 25 leading customers, including major OEMs, and have recently secured the largest-ever Series A funding round in composites manufacturing. This funding will fuel our ambitious growth plans, including expanding our operations into Europe and the United States in the next 2-3 years.

Our Global Presence:

• Gloucester, UK: Main production facility (Factory 1)
• Bristol, UK: Hardware R&D Centre
• Athens, Greece: Software R&D Centre

As we scale and grow, we’re looking for talented individuals to help us continue driving this transformation. If you're ready to be part of a pioneering team that’s reshaping industries and pushing the boundaries of technology, we want to hear from you!

What will you be doing? 🤔

• SIMULATION AND MODELLING. Develop and maintain simulation models for composites forming processes such as stamp forming or diaphragm forming. Identify and utilise appropriate commercially available software tools to meet iCOMAT forming targets.

• MATERIALS CHARACTERISATION. Identify critical materials properties to ensure accurate simulation. Work with materials characterisation specialists to populate simulations with the necessary data.

• DFM METHODS DEVELOPMENT. In collaboration with the iCOMAT team develop innovate methods, tools and processes for designing components subject to performance and manufacturing process requirements.

• PROCESS OPTIMISATION. In collaboration with the iCOMAT team optimise forming processes for quality and cost-effectiveness. Analyse simulation results and forming trial outcomes to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• TOOLING DESIGN. Utilise simulation to guide tool design to maximise quality and rate in collaboration with product designers and tooling engineers.

• QUALITY ASSURANCE. Develop and maintain a detailed forming quality database linking simulated and practical forming results in terms of materials, tooling and process parameters, defects and quality issues.

• TESTING: Verify and validate simulation results through physical testing and analysis. Work with manufacturing engineers and technicians to plan and execute test campaigns. Compile reports and presentations to communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT. iCOMAT operates an integrated team development model. As a simulation specialist you will be expected to support the team to appreciate the value of forming simulation in an engineering and product development workflow. You will need to stay up to date with forming simulation technologies and industrial best practices and implement these in a fast development environment.

What do we need from you? 💪

• BSc in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or a related field.
• MSc or PhD would be preferred.
• Understanding of and experience with composite materials and processes.
• Experience in forming simulations in an engineering environment using commercial software tools.
• Experience in characterisation of materials properties to support forming simulation.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Excellent problem-solving, collaboration and analytical skills.
• Effective communications at all levels in iCOMAT, its supply chain and its customers.
• Commitment to succeed in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

Why iCOMAT?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, pension scheme, and employee stock options under our EMI Scheme.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Join us at a pivotal time as we scale up, offering unmatched professional growth opportunities in the rapidly advancing field of composite materials.
• Innovation-Focused Culture: We pride ourselves on our inclusive, forward-thinking work environment. Recognized by Bloomberg as a "UK Startup to Watch," iCOMAT celebrates diversity and encourages all applicants, regardless of background, to apply.
• Global Impact: Be a part of our mission to redefine lightweight structures for the automotive, aerospace, and space industries, working with some of the most influential companies worldwide.