HTS Process Engineer – New Manufacturing Methods

Tokamak Energy Ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holidays

Performance-based rewards

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Pension & protection

Health & wellbeing support

Career progression

Impactful fusion energy work

Job summary

Tokamak Energy Ltd is seeking a manufacturing/ mechanical engineer to help develop and scale HTS coil manufacturing methods. You will work at the intersection of engineering development and production, creating tooling, improving processes and transitioning concepts into repeatable production.

The role demands hands-on skills, a track record in manufacturing environments and a proactive, problem-solving approach in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Degree or proven track record in manufacturing process development.
• Strong hands-on skills with tools, machining and assembly.
• Experience in manufacturing, production or mechanical engineering.
• Experience developing or improving manufacturing processes.
• Exposure to tooling, fixtures or manufacturing equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities in fast-paced settings.
• Desirable: quality control/inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop new HTS coil manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Support prototype builds and proof-of-concept activities.
• Improve existing manufacturing methods for repeatability and scalability.
• Collaborate with engineering to transition technology into production.
• Lead NPI activities and introduce new methods.
• Design, build and commission tooling, jigs and fixtures.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation.
• Conduct process risk assessments and support safe practices.
• Train and mentor technicians and operators.
• Support continuous improvement across operations.

Education

Degree in Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering / equivalent experience

Job description

Tokamak Energy Ltd is seeking a manufacturing/ mechanical engineer to help develop and scale HTS coil manufacturing methods. You will work at the intersection of engineering development and production, creating tooling, improving processes and transitioning concepts into repeatable production.

The role demands hands-on skills, a track record in manufacturing environments and a proactive, problem-solving approach in a fast-paced setting.