The salary for this role is £57,117 (inclusive of a Specialist Allowance). Onsite working is expected for 5 days each week, however, we actively support requests for flexible working.
This role can be based at any of 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
As an Electrical / Electronic Engineer, you will act as the technical expert for major elements of the MAST-U Tokamak pulsed power supplies plant, supporting the safe operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of critical fusion energy systems.
You will lead plant-related activities, including maintenance, fault finding, repairs, refurbishments and upgrade projects, ensuring systems operate safely, efficiently and in line with operational requirements.
Acting as a Plant Responsible Officer (PRO), you will advise operational teams and managers on plant performance, limitations and improvements, while maintaining accurate technical documentation and supporting the development and training of staff.
Alongside supporting large-scale engineering projects, you will also undertake rostered operational duties, taking responsibility for the safe performance of complex plant systems, using diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving techniques to identify issues and support timely resolutions.
Additionally, you will:
– Train and support staff working with pulsed power electrical systems.
– Apply technical expertise in high-current and high-voltage power systems.
– Review technical documentation and supplier specifications.
– Ensure compliance with relevant safety and regulatory requirements.
