Science and Technology Facilities Council
Salary: £44,982 per annum
Hours: Full time (We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants)
Contract Type: Open Ended
Location: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire
Come and do the kind of engineering that made you want to be an engineer. Stretch your technical skills while building human understanding. Promote sustainability and create new materials. And, alongside world-leading scientists, technicians and technologists, shape projects that improve lives, and daily life, in the UK and far beyond.
Put simply, come and discover the impact you can make when you’re equipped, encouraged and inspired to perform to your very best.
About the role
You will be part of the Main Magnet Power Supplies team, providing operational support for the AC and DC Power systems which drive the main steering and focussing magnets on the ISIS synchrotron.
The role includes preventative and reactive maintenance of the power supplies and fault diagnosis and repair. There will also be involvement in projects to upgrade and replace obsolete equipment.
You will need to understand electrical circuit theory and component level electronics and have at least a basic understanding of power electronics. You should also be comfortable working with power supplies and systems operating at mains voltage and above with power levels in the hundreds of kilowatts.
You will be expected to work with more experienced engineers and technicians to grow into the role. As you gain experience of the workplace and equipment you will be expected to accept more responsibility, eventually taking ownership of tasks and equipment. This will lead you to taking the initiative when necessary. Following your interests there are great opportunities to expand your knowledge and skill set at STFC.
Key responsibilities
As part of the main-magnet power supply team your duties will include:
* Problem solving, fault-finding and repair of equipment.
* Periodic adjustment of equipment.
* Assistance with operation of equipment.
* Installation and commissioning of new equipment.
* Working with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, and scientists.
* Undertaking training as required for your role.
* Management of health and safety, both your own and that of others, including carrying out risk assessments and complying with codes of practice etc.
* Contributing to design and development of new equipment.
* Participate in the On-Call roster.
The work involves hazards such as high voltages, ionising radiation, and high magnetic fields. You will be willing and able to work with these hazards and comply with control measures put in place to protect yourself and others.
You will be expected to travel occasionally, both in the UK and abroad as part of the role.
About you
The below will be reviewed at either at shortlisting (S) and or Interview (I) stage:
* You will have a degree in either electrical or electrical and electronic engineering, or be able to demonstrate that you have acquired equivalent knowledge through experience and other training, e.g. by having achieved IEng. (S)
* You will have experience working as an electrical or electronic engineer in a technical environment gained (post-graduation if you have a degree). (S&I)
* You will also be able to demonstrate experience of maintenance, fault-diagnosis, and repair. (S&I)
* You should be able to identify appropriate techniques and methods of undertaking engineering tasks to which you have been assigned. (I)
* Ability to effectively communicate with others, at all levels. (I)
* Demonstrable personal and social skills towards a multidisciplinary team. (I)
* You will be able to demonstrate that you understand and comply with relevant codes of conduct. (I)
What we have to offer
We are offering a permanent position with a whole host of benefits including:
* 30 days holiday (in addition to 10.5 bank holidays and privilege days).
* Flexible working hours.
* An excellent defined average salary pension scheme.
* Easy access to public transport / Free parking.
* Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Link to more benefits: https://stfccareers.co.uk/rewards-and-benefits/
Please note, if you will require sponsorship to work in the UK, as part of your sponsorship application, you and any dependants travelling with you, will be required to pay costs directly to The Home Office for the application before you start your role with us. UKRI is normally able to reimburse some, or all of these fees after you have become an employee and this can be discussed with the Hiring Manager. For more information please visithttps://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/how-much-it-costs or contact Recruitment@ukri.org.
About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
As one of Europe’s largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We’re proud of the impact we make. And we’re committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You’ll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you’ll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you’ll discover just what a difference you can make when you’re equipped and inspired to excel.
We’re a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don’t, ask questions that others won’t, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it’s at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It’s very often ground-breaking. And it’s endlessly, irresistibly fascinating.
For more information about STFC please visit https://stfc.ukri.org/
You can also visit our careers site https://www.stfccareers.co.uk/
About UK Research Innovation (UKRI)
UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.
Supporting some of the world’s most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.
More information can be found at www.ukri.org.
Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit benefits of working for UKRI.
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How to apply
Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the ‘experience’ section of the application.
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