Senior Knowledge Engineer

UK Atomic Energy Authority; South Oxfordshire; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy research organization in the UK is seeking a motivated individual to contribute to the advancements in fusion energy. The role offers a competitive salary of £56,596 with excellent benefits including an outstanding pension scheme, a corporate bonus scheme, and flexible working options. The successful candidate will be part of a vibrant culture that values equality and inclusiveness, and the position is based in Oxfordshire with the potential for flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme

Corporate bonus scheme up to 7%

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in the computing field.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Skills related to developing innovative energy solutions.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to advancements in fusion energy.
• Support flexible working policies.
• Participate in collaborative projects for energy solutions.

Job description

• Salary: £56,596 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension
• Division: Computing
• Confirmed Grade: Level 5
• Department: Data Solutions

Company 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,ությունները

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 ground‑breaking 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.

As an employee of UKAEA you will benefit from:

• Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
• Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
• Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays.
• A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive.

The salary for this role is £56,596 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance). Onsite working is expected for 2-3 days each week, however, we actively support requests for flexible working.

This role is based at the following site: Culham, Oxfordshire. Please note that this role can also be based in Rotherham.

This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of