Lead Principal Mechanical Engineer - Microwave Fusion

UK Atomic Energy Authority; England; On-site; GBP 64,633 - 78,996; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme

Corporate bonus scheme up to 7%

Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days

Job summary

UK Atomic Energy Authority is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead design in the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production Programme. This role involves managing the mechanical design of cutting-edge fusion heating systems and guiding multidisciplinary teams in an exciting environment.

A competitive salary of £71,815 is offered along with excellent benefits, including a strong pension scheme, generous leave allowances, and flexible working options. Join us as we contribute to the future of energy!

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of complex engineering projects.
• Experience with fusion-relevant environmental factors.
• Ability to perform exploratory design calculations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of major fusion sub-systems.
• Take responsibility for technical project delivery.
• Define and deliver technical strategy.

Skills

Complex engineering project management

Structural and thermal engineering

Good communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Leading technical teams

Education

Relevant engineering degree or equivalent

Chartered status with a suitable professional institution

Job description

UK Atomic Energy Authority is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead design in the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production Programme. This role involves managing the mechanical design of cutting-edge fusion heating systems and guiding multidisciplinary teams in an exciting environment.

A competitive salary of £71,815 is offered along with excellent benefits, including a strong pension scheme, generous leave allowances, and flexible working options. Join us as we contribute to the future of energy!