Shipboard Atmospheric & Aerosol Systems Engineer (3-Year)

British-Antarctic-Survey; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

British Antarctic Survey in Cambridge is seeking a specialist to commission atmospheric science systems aboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough, including trace gas instrumentation and inlet characterisation. The role requires a relevant degree, English proficiency and willingness to work at sea or in polar environments.

You will develop and maintain systems, support engineering projects for UK teams, and contribute to long-term observations and datasets, with medical clearance for Antarctic work.

Qualifications

• Experience with atmospheric science instrumentation.
• Field work experience.
• Experience with gas handling systems.
• Troubleshooting instrumentation.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Demonstrable teamwork.
• Willingness to work on ships or in remote polar environments.
• Medical fitness to work in Antarctic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Develop scientific or operational electronic and electrical systems.
• Maintain scientific or operational systems including ships or remote locations.
• Provide engineering support to scientific and operational departments in the UK.
• Collaborate with engineering colleagues to deliver projects and tasks.
• Carry out other duties as appropriate.

Skills

Atmospheric instrumentation experience

Field work experience

Gas handling systems

Instrumentation troubleshooting

English proficiency

Teamwork

Medical fitness for Antarctic work

Problem solving

Education

HNC or higher

Masters/PhD or equivalent

Tools

Python

Design software

Job description

British Antarctic Survey in Cambridge is seeking a specialist to commission atmospheric science systems aboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough, including trace gas instrumentation and inlet characterisation. The role requires a relevant degree, English proficiency and willingness to work at sea or in polar environments.

You will develop and maintain systems, support engineering projects for UK teams, and contribute to long-term observations and datasets, with medical clearance for Antarctic work.