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 realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground-breaking 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 .
Job Description
The salary for this role is £40,609 (inclusive of a Market Premium Payment (MPP). Onsite working is expected for 3 days a week, however, we actively support requests for flexible working.
This role is to be based at the following sites; Culham, Oxfordshire .
This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open source data.
The Role
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy. As Process Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and identifying viable technical solutions for the design, build, test, and commissioning of tritium compatible fuel cycle plant and associated equipment to deliver safe and operational facilities for tritium research.
Key Accountabilities:
* Provide technical support in the design, build, installation, test, commissioning and operation of tritium compatible fuel cycle systems, processes, and associated equipment.
* Identify and apply appropriate research, design, development, testing, inspection, and evaluation to decide on suitable engineering solutions in complex and representative environments.
* Generate system and process simulations to demonstrate feasibility including operational safety and efficiency, controls, risks, limitations, accessibility, and any other applicable requirements.
* Prepare reports/data and documentation and present research findings through appropriate meetings and forums, and guide on relevant follow-up actions as defined by the project requirements.
* Coordinate timely and relevant procurement for equipment, components, and materials as and when appropriate, ensuring value for money and budget compliance.
Qualifications
Essential:
* Degree or equivalent level in relevant STEM subject with demonstrable engineering experience.
* Understanding of safety management systems, including hazard identification, risk assessments and hazard elimination and mitigation.
* Ability to solve problems in a proactive manner and apply appropriate attention to detail.
* Practical experience of designing and carrying out experimental research projects.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills - able to articulate complex technical information to both specialist and non-specialist audiences as well as writing concise, impactful technical reports/papers.
Desirable:
* Postgraduate degree in relevant STEM subject.
* Chartered status with a professional body (or equivalent demonstrable endorsement from peers).
* Experience of working with hazardous/radioactive materials
* Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams.
Additional Information
A full list of our benefits can be found here .
We welcome talented people from all backgrounds who want to help us achieve our mission. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly from women in STEM, people from Black British Caribbean and African, Pakistani and Bangladeshi British, and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and neurotypical individuals. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) and Wellbeing and our EDI Networks actively promote Inclusion 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.
For applicants applying from outside the United Kingdom or those who have spent time outside the UK in the last five years, please visit the following link for information on criminal records checks: If your country of residence or previous residence is not listed on the website or if the UK Government does not have information on obtaining a criminal records check from that state, we regret to inform you that we cannot process your application.