Materials Scientist/Engineer Apprentice Level 6

Getting In Limited; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits as a Materials Scientist/Engineer Apprentice at a leading organization in fusion energy. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge scientific equipment such as FIB and SEM, allowing you to develop essential technical skills. You'll complete a national academic qualification while contributing to groundbreaking advancements in energy solutions for the future. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping a cleaner, carbon-free energy landscape. If you're eager to learn and make a difference in the world of science and technology, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Complete national academic qualification as defined by the apprenticeship standard.
• Develop and attain a good knowledge of technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with active materials across different scientific equipment.
• Represent the organization at outreach and careers events.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Initiative

Education

National academic qualification

Tools

FIB (Focused Ion Beam)

SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope)

Job description

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Materials Scientist/Engineer Apprentice Level 6

Apply From: 26/01/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by TIRO TRAINING LTD

Employer

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority

Vacancy Description

• Opportunity to work with active materials across the different types of scientific equipment such as FIB (Focused Ion Beam) and SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope).
• Complete national academic qualification as defined by the apprenticeship training standard.
• Attend designated training provider, develop and attain a good knowledge of technical skills.
• Represent the UKAEA Organisation and attend external outreach and careers events.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Materials Scientist/Engineer Apprentice Level 6

Employer Description

By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.

Vacancy Location

Culham Science Centre Abingdon OX14 3DB

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

2

Vacancy Reference Number

1000298180

Key Dates

Apply From

26/01/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-02-21 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-01 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• Materials science technologist (degree) Apprenticeship Standard

Learning Provider

TIRO TRAINING LTD

Contact Details

Early Careers Team Vacancy Type:

Skills Required

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

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