About Us
Diamond Light Source is the UK’s national synchrotron, a large scientific facility designed to produce intense beams of X-rays, infrared, and ultraviolet light. Our scientists utilize this light to study a wide range of subjects, from developing new medicines and treatments for diseases to advancing engineering and technology.
About the Role
We are seeking a Mechanical Technician to support the operation and scientific research activities of our I15-1 beamline. This beamline conducts experiments to study the local structure of materials across various scientific fields such as catalysis, energy materials, and pharmaceuticals. Experiments are conducted under diverse ambient and non-ambient conditions using specialized detectors, in situ sample environments, and high-precision, motorized measurement equipment.
You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and installing the beamline infrastructure, including instruments, environmental cells, moving and static components, and cryogenic and vacuum systems. Additionally, you will have opportunities to contribute to the wider operations of the Crystallography Science Group, which includes three other beamlines, and participate in development projects within the group.
Key Responsibilities
* Work on the mechanical aspects of scientific instrumentation, including installing motors and electrical sensors related to vacuum, pneumatics, water flow, and temperature monitoring.
* Design and build simple mechanical devices.
* Assist Diamond scientists with user experiments.
* Perform regular inspections of equipment to ensure safety compliance.
* Conduct fault finding and troubleshooting.
Some travel and occasional out-of-hours work may be required.
About You
You should have a qualification such as ONC or GNVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), or demonstrate equivalent work experience.
You should have knowledge and experience in:
* Intricate mechanical and electrical assembly tasks
* Interpreting mechanical drawings
* Supervising and coordinating installation and commissioning of equipment
* Machining, milling, and turning
Experience in at least one of the following areas is desirable:
* Cryogenics
* High temperatures
* Magnetic fields and/or high pressures
* Ultra-high vacuum
* Specialist gases
* Cooling water systems
You should also possess good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and plan your work effectively.
Benefits
Diamond offers an excellent benefits package to promote work/life balance, including 26 days of annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, two volunteering days annually, and flexible working hours. We provide a defined benefit pension scheme, on-site amenities such as a nursery, cafes, a restaurant, and sports facilities. A relocation allowance may be available where applicable.
Application Process
Please apply online and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.
The closing date for applications is 8th June.
Additional Information
* Further company benefits
* Life at Diamond
* Nuvos Pension Scheme
Diamond supports flexible working and is committed to providing options such as flexible hours, remote work, secondments, and job sharing where possible. We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially women and disabled individuals, under schemes like Disability Confident. We are proud members of Working Families and have achieved the Disability Confident Level Two award.
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