Prototype & Testing Engineering Lead

UK Atomic Energy Authority; Retford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK energy organization is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead Technology Demonstration activities for the STEP Programme. The successful candidate will oversee a significant budget and lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient planning and delivery of testing programs. They will play a critical role in shaping the prototyping and testing strategies necessary for advancing nuclear fusion technology. This full-time position requires a STEM degree and proven leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a business that holds design authority.
• Proven ability to inspire and motivate technical teams.
• Ability to upskill quickly and have an entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Technology Demonstration activities for the STEP Programme.
• Drive continuous improvement and culture of excellence in the organization.
• Develop robust make/buy strategy for Prototyping & Testing.

Skills

Leadership of complex multidisciplinary engineering or testing programmes

Effective communication skills

Ability to adapt to change

Strategic and innovative thinking

Education

Degree in a STEM related field

Tools

AutoCAD 3D

Job description

A leading UK energy organization is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead Technology Demonstration activities for the STEP Programme. The successful candidate will oversee a significant budget and lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient planning and delivery of testing programs. They will play a critical role in shaping the prototyping and testing strategies necessary for advancing nuclear fusion technology. This full-time position requires a STEM degree and proven leadership capabilities.