Graduate Construction & Project Engineer (Fusion Energy)

UK Atomic Energy Authority; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £35,227

Final salary pension

25 days leave

Flexible working

Job summary

UK Atomic Energy Authority invites graduates to join a structured development programme focused on fusion energy. You will work with world-leading experts on major engineering and construction projects, gaining hands-on experience across the full lifecycle.

You'll receive mentoring, professional training, and industry-recognised qualifications while developing technical and leadership skills for a successful career in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science or Engineering required.
• Strong willingness to learn and take on challenges.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Well organised and adaptable with good workload planning.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of major engineering and construction projects contributing to fusion energy.
• Gain hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle from design to handover.
• Work with engineers, project managers and contractors to ensure safe, high-quality delivery.
• Develop understanding of construction management and governance while building communication and stakeholder skills.
• Participate in a structured graduate programme with mentoring and professional training.

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

UK Atomic Energy Authority invites graduates to join a structured development programme focused on fusion energy. You will work with world-leading experts on major engineering and construction projects, gaining hands-on experience across the full lifecycle.

You'll receive mentoring, professional training, and industry-recognised qualifications while developing technical and leadership skills for a successful career in the energy sector.