Electrical Control & Instrumentation Engineer

The Engineer UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Electrical Control & Instrumentation Engineer to work at the Orion Laser Facility. The role involves designing and maintaining bespoke systems, ensuring safety and performance standards, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and numerous benefits including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25+ days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Global Mobility Package

Market-leading pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Discounts on various services

Paid leave for volunteering and public service

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated operational environments.
• Supervisory experience and knowledge of Safe Systems of Work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Electrical, Control & Instrumentation solutions meeting safety standards.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and support junior engineers.
• Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Apprenticeship Level 3 BTEC, NVQ or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

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About The Job

Trials, Experiments & Technology (Development) EC&I Engineer

AWE has a great opportunity for an Electrical Control & Instrumentation Engineer to work within the Orion Laser Facility, a twelve-beam laser facility delivering high-energy plasma-physics experiments. The engineer will design and maintain bespoke systems in vacuum and free space, ensuring they meet the required tolerances.

Location: RG7 4PR, between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: £39,280 - £50,000 (depending on qualifications and experience)

Working pattern: 9-day fortnight with flexible working options available.

Role Overview: This role suits an engineer who enjoys hands-on work, maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. The successful candidate will be involved in design work and collaborate with external suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver safe and high-performance engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Electrical, Control & Instrumentation solutions meeting safety and performance standards
• Lead multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure design integrity throughout the engineering lifecycle
• Support and develop junior engineers
• Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities
• Plan and execute tasks within time, quality, and budget constraints
• Maintain high standards for environment, safety, health, security, and quality
• Perform other duties as required

Candidate Requirements:

• Apprenticeship Level 3 BTEC, NVQ or equivalent in Electrical or C&I
• Experience with AutoCAD and interpreting drawings
• Experience in regulated operational environments
• Supervisory experience and knowledge of Safe Systems of Work
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Additional Information: We value potential and transferable skills. If you feel this role aligns with your aspirations, apply even if you don't meet every requirement.

Benefits include:

• 25+ days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Global Mobility Package
• Market-leading pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance
• Discounts on various services
• Paid leave for volunteering and public service

Important: Security clearance is required, and most work will be on-site at AWE Aldermaston. Adjustments during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT