Summary
As a Materials Scientist Apprentice, you will play a pivotal role in enabling the scientific research of material in the field of Fusion through understanding how a suite of scientific equipment works by conducting a variety of research projects, off the job training in line with the apprenticeship, and shadowing experienced responsible officer's.
Wage
£20,319 a year
Pension Scheme and Corporate bonus scheme up to 7%, except those in Year 1 who are in full time education during the given financial year.
Training course
Materials science technologist (degree) (level 6)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 08:15 to 16:30.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Monday 1 September
Duration
4 years
Positions available
2
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
* Opportunity to work with active materials across the different types of scientific equipment such as FIB (Focused Ion Beam) and SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope).
* Complete national academic qualification as defined by the apprenticeship training standard
* Attend designated training provider, develop and attain a good knowledge of technical skills
* Represent the UKAEA Organisation and attend external outreach and careers events
Where you’ll work
Culham Science Centre
Abingdon
OX14 3DB
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
TIRO TRAINING LTD
Your training course
Materials science technologist (degree) (level 6)
Equal to degree
Course contents
* Utilise cognitive and practical skills in conjunction with adaptability and versatility in technical support both in-house and to clients to improve manufacturing processes, problem solving, innovation, and scale up formulations.
* Determine and use industry standard and emerging digital technologies and data analysis tools to complete work activities and address problems that are ill defined or involve numerous interacting factors.
* Critically evaluate actions, methodologies, and results and their implications in analysing materials against parameters in product specifications.
* Conduct and interpret failure analysis of engineering components using relevant methodologies and systems such as but not limited to, for example, microscopy, macroscopy, and chemical analysis.
* Write clear and succinct technical and analytical reports.
* Research, adapt and test new technologies through materials characterisation feedback.
* Interpret, develop and implement UK and international materials standards, procedures and specifications across a range of operations and contexts.
* Maintain a working knowledge of a range of project management and financial management techniques to complete projects relevant to their discipline.
* Utilise emotional intelligence and identify a range of supervisory, management, and leadership skills in developing the ability to mentor, direct or lead teams or individuals.
* Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders using the appropriate language register both verbally and in writing.
* Utilise cognitive and practical skills in conjunction with adaptability and versatility in technical support both in-house and to clients to improve manufacturing processes, problem solving, innovation, and scale up formulations.
* Determine and use industry standard and emerging digital technologies and data analysis tools to complete work activities and address problems that are ill defined or involve numerous interacting factors.
* Critically evaluate actions, methodologies, and results and their implications in analysing materials against parameters in product specifications.
* Conduct and interpret failure analysis of engineering components using relevant methodologies and systems such as but not limited to, for example, microscopy, macroscopy, and chemical analysis.
* Write clear and succinct technical and analytical reports.
* Research, adapt and test new technologies through materials characterisation feedback.
* Interpret, develop and implement UK and international materials standards, procedures and specifications across a range of operations and contexts.
* Maintain a working knowledge of a range of project management and financial management techniques to complete projects relevant to their discipline.
* Utilise emotional intelligence and identify a range of supervisory, management, and leadership skills in developing the ability to mentor, direct or lead teams or individuals.
* Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders using the appropriate language register both verbally and in writing.
Your training plan
* Materials science technologist (degree) Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* 5 x GCSEs including Maths and English (grade A* - C (9 - 4))
Desirable qualifications
A Level in:
* Science, Mathematics and English Language (grade C and above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative