Mechanical Engineer - Magnetic Engineering

Mechanical Engineer - Magnetic Engineering

Abingdon Rd, Culham, UK
Full-time
Salary: £40,609 (inclusive of MPP) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension
Division: Integrated Engineering
Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire
Confirmed Grade: Level 4
Department: Fusion Engineering

Company Description

By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on.

Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs.

UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.

As an employee of UKAEA you will benefit from:

- Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
- Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
- Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
- Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
- Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays.
- Wide range of career development opportunities.
- A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive.

The salary for this role is £40,609 (inclusive of a Market Premium Payment (MPP)), and onsite working is expected for 1-3 days each week.

This role can be based at any of the following sites; Culham, Oxfordshire.

Job Description

This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions.

The Role

Are you seeking an exhilarating chance to make an impact? Come aboard our team and contribute to shaping the future of fusion energy, working with cutting edge technologies to develop engineering solutions.

As a Mechanical Engineer within our Magnetic Engineering Group, you'll contribute to the development of technologies and designs for that are crucial for fusion energy. The Magnetic Engineering Group oversees the design, evaluation, and deployment of Magnet Systems along with the systems needed to regulate their temperatures. You'll be working within our project teams, tasked with independently handling design and evaluation work on Magnet or Cryogenic systems, employing suitable processes and tools with minimal assistance. You will collaborate with a diverse group of people from different technical disciplines. Additionally, you'll aid in project definition and provide guidance to others in specific tasks.

In this role, you will demonstrate technical capability by applying and advocating for policies and standards in magnetic engineering, while proactively expanding your knowledge and fostering positive relationships internally, supporting business development endeavours by contributing to proposals and bids when suitable.

If you possess strong working knowledge of structural or thermal engineering, materials, and manufacturing methods, as well as effective interpersonal skills for fostering positive working relationships, then we would like to hear from you.

Additional Responsibilities:

- Lead the delivery of magnet/cryogenic systems, overseeing concept development, detailed design, and implementation for both current UKAEA facilities and future fusion devices.
- Ensure solutions seamlessly integrate into larger complex products, collaborating with other disciplines as necessary.
- Meet project deadlines and specifications while maintaining high-quality standards, providing regular reporting on progress and expenditure.
- Adhere to systems engineering requirements and relevant design codes and legislation, producing necessary technical documentation and undertaking design substantiation under the guidance of the technical lead or Chief Engineer's delegate.
- Act as the primary technical interface and project manager for projects valued up to £300k, including assessing and accepting equipment from suppliers, supporting installation and testing, and ensuring compliance with work control processes and safety protocols. Additionally, effectively communicate technical expertise through various mediums tailored to different situations and audiences.

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

- A relevant engineering degree or equivalent
- Proven capability in engineering analysis and good working knowledge of engineering materials and their properties
- Knowledge of at least one of the following: Electromechanical systems, Heat Exchangers, Electrical Insulation, Thermal Isolation, Composite Materials, High Vacuum, Magnets (Resistive or Superconducting), Cryogenic Systems
- Good communication and technical writing skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Knowledgeable in specific environmental factors, including but not limited to vacuum, radiation, and transient magnetic fields

Additional Information

For a full list of benefits and to apply, select the apply button to be taken through to the UKAEA careers pages.

We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly individuals from black and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.

Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications.