Graduate Welding & Joining Engineer

Uk Atomic Energy Authority; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Final salary pension scheme

Flexible working options

Generous leave

Job summary

UK Atomic Energy Authority invites graduates to join a structured development programme designed to accelerate careers in fusion energy. You will work with world‑leading experts, contribute to welding and manufacturing challenges, and gain experience across documentation, procurement, and quality processes.

Participants spend time on personal and professional development while rotating through roles within projects, shaping your future career path in a rapidly evolving energy sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science or Engineering from 2025 to 2027.
• Demonstrates drive and willingness to learn and take on challenges.
• Able to collaborate effectively and communicate clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Well organised and adaptable with the ability to plan and prioritise workload.

Responsibilities

• Support development and delivery of welding, joining and manufacturing solutions for fusion projects, coordinating with design teams, suppliers and inspection specialists.
• Contribute to project execution and continuous improvement activities, including preparing technical documentation, specifications and reports, and coordinating procurement and manufacturing activities.
• Build expertise in welding and joining technologies, gaining experience in qualification and inspection processes, and participating in design reviews and outreach activities.

Skills

Driven

Collaboration

Clear communication

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering (2025–2027)

Job description

UK Atomic Energy Authority invites graduates to join a structured development programme designed to accelerate careers in fusion energy. You will work with world‑leading experts, contribute to welding and manufacturing challenges, and gain experience across documentation, procurement, and quality processes.

Participants spend time on personal and professional development while rotating through roles within projects, shaping your future career path in a rapidly evolving energy sector.