Electrical and Electronic Engineers (Warhead)

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Reading is seeking Electrical or Electronic Engineers to join their Warhead Systems Engineering Team. The role involves delivering engineering solutions and mentoring future engineers. Candidates should have an HNC/HND or degree in a relevant discipline, experience in electronic/electrical systems, and teamwork skills. A competitive salary of £35,720 - £65,000 is offered, alongside benefits including flexible working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

270 hours annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development funding

Employee Assistance Programme

Defined contribution pension

Discounts on everyday spending

Special Leave Policy

Relocation package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar environment.
• Ability to support or lead technical projects.
• Candidates must secure necessary security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of engineering solutions across lifecycle phases.
• Communicate ideas through reports and presentations.
• Inspire future engineers and scientists.

Skills

Team integration

System design and testing

Electrical systems

Education

HNC/HND or degree in science or engineering

Tools

Electronic controllers

Battery technologies

Passive and active sensors

Job description

AWE has fantastic opportunities for Electrical or Electronic Engineers (Trident & Replacement Warhead)

Are you an Electrical/Electronic Engineer, who has the ability, to see the bigger picture, and identify and execute solutions? If so, the Warhead Systems Engineering Team could have a career for you.

Role: Electrical and Electronic Engineers (Trident & Replacement Warhead)

Location

Reading area (office based)

Salary

£35,720 - £65,000 (dependent on experience)

Closing date

27th March 2024

As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and well-being - more information available on our careers site
• Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply)
• Potential opportunities to travel with work for conferences and collaboration

We are looking for Engineers at various stages of their careers to apply their Electrical/Electronic skills to system integration, safety, security, or nuclear projects.

In growing our capability, we will also be growing your skills and knowledge as an Engineer with opportunities for development and progression across our programmes of work.

The difference you'll make in these roles

• Contributing and leading on the delivery of requirements, conceptual designs, detail designs, manufacturing specifications, operational documentation, and validation evidence for engineering solutions through all lifecycle phases
• Applying Systems Thinking and finding novel solutions to difficult technical challenges
• Inspiring and developing our engineers and scientists of the future
• Communicating your ideas through reports and presentations to others
• Safeguarding our nation by ensuring our deterrent is credible, effective, and safe, today and into the future

We are looking for candidates with experience in, or willing to develop in the following technical areas:

• Battery technologies.
• Electronic controllers
• Passive and active sensors
• Fire sets (including capacitor and high voltage switches)
• Detonators/squibs
• Mathematical control algorithms

The key skills & experience you'll bring:

• HNC/HND or degree qualification in a science or engineering discipline or proven experience working in a similar environment
• Ability to integrate and work well in a team and support or take the technical lead in projects
• Experience in Design, Integration and Testing of Electronic/Electrical systems

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.