Electrical / Electronic Engineer

Women's Engineering Society; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 51,405 - 62,828; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension scheme

Corporate bonus scheme up to 7%

Generous annual leave: 25 days plus holidays

Flexible working options

Job summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is looking for an Electrical / Electronic Engineer at Culham Science Centre, Abingdon to support advanced clean energy solutions. In this role, you will act as a technical expert, lead maintenance, and ensure safety compliance for major elements of the pulsed power supplies plant.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and proven experience in high-voltage systems. The position offers a competitive salary of £57,117 plus extensive benefits including generous annual leave and a defined benefit pension scheme.

Qualifications

• High-level experience in design, installation and commissioning of electrical/electronic systems.
• Experience in preparing electrical/electronic safety documentation.
• Proven experience in project planning and managing technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical expert for major elements of the MAST-U Tokamak.
• Lead maintenance, fault-finding, repairs, and upgrade projects.
• Serve as Plant Responsible Officer to maintain technical documentation.

Skills

High-level experience in design, installation and commissioning

Experience with electrical/electronic safety systems

Experience in system-level fault-finding

Proven leadership experience managing technical teams

Specialist knowledge of Magnetic Coil systems

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent

IOSH Managing Safety qualification

Job description

Electrical / Electronic Engineer

Location: Culham Science Centre, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Grade: G, Department: Tokamak Systems, Division: Plasma Science and Fusion Operations. Employment type: Permanent.

Salary: £57,117 per year (inclusive of Specialist Allowance), plus benefits.

Company

UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is a leading organisation in fusion energy research, partnering with industry and academia to advance clean energy solutions.

Benefits

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• Corporate bonus scheme up to 7%
• Relocation allowance (if eligible)
• Flexible working options
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Generous annual leave: 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas, 2.5 privilege days, and UK bank holidays
• Career development opportunities
• Inclusive culture committed to equality and diversity

Responsibilities

• Act as technical expert for major elements of the MAST-U Tokamak pulsed power supplies plant, supporting safe operation, maintenance and continuous improvement.
• Lead plant‑related activities, including maintenance, fault‑finding, repairs, refurbishments and upgrade projects, ensuring systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Serve as Plant Responsible Officer (PRO) to advise operational teams, maintain accurate technical documentation and support staff training.
• Support large‑scale engineering projects and undertake rostered operational duties, applying diagnostic, analytical and problem‑solving techniques.
• 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.

Qualifications

• High‑level experience in design, installation and commissioning of electrical/electronic and high‑voltage, high‑power conversion systems in an industrial environment.
• Experience with electrical/electronic safety systems and procedures, and preparing safety documentation.
• Experience in component, sub‑system and system‑level fault‑finding.
• Proven experience in installation and commissioning of C&I systems.
• Proven experience in project planning, including resource and cost profiling.
• Proven experience in an operational control room.
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams and projects.
• Specialist knowledge of Magnetic Coil, Neutral Beam and RF Heating Power Supply systems.
• Knowledge of BS7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations).
• Knowledge of Construction, Design and Management Regulations – Works Supervision.
• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent, or qualified by experience.
• IOSH Managing Safety qualification – Risk Assessment and Work Control.
• Professional registration achieved or in progress.

EEO Statement

UKAEA welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair representation across its workforce.

Job Ref: REF4167T