Electrical Commissioning Engineer

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, read on.

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 groundbreaking 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
• Wide range of career development opportunities
• A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive

The salary for this role is £56,596 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance), and onsite working is expected.

This role may involve working with Radiological Materials.

This role can be based at Culham, Oxfordshire. This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).

The Role

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy!

As an Electrical Commissioning Engineer in a senior role, you will take on a key leadership position in testing and commissioning RACE electrical systems, ensuring they meet site requirements and safety standards. You will oversee the installation of hardware and cabling for remote handling applications, such as control panels, cubicles, and harnesses, while also supporting the Electrical Implementation Section Leader across the RACE portfolio. This senior position requires expertise in guiding complex projects and leading teams to successful outcomes.

This hands-on position may also require you to work on external sites, including international locations, as part of your responsibilities. If you can produce high-quality documentation and deliver exceptional work within deadlines to successfully close out projects, possess excellent demonstrable workshop skills, and have a flexible working attitude with the ability to complete tasks both individually and as part of a team, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and assess technical documentation such as testing and commissioning procedures, safety assessments and method statements, as required with responsibility for the final sign off
• Provide quality assurance during and upon completion of equipment.
• Defining and setting standards and best working practices.
• Take responsibility for testing and commissioning of equipment, ensuring suitable and sufficient work control documentation is provided and adhered to.
• Supervise technicians for electrical installation, test, and commissioning tasks.

Essential Requirements:

• Completion of a full, time served advanced apprenticeship in electrical installation and testing, preferably in an engineering sector.
• Formal Electrical qualification in engineering above NVQ level 3 (HNC, HND, Beng are advantageous)
• Previous hands-on installation experience in a practical role within a relevant field delivering complex electrical systems.
• Extensive experience in commissioning electrical systems, with a strong understanding of electrical schematics and general assembly drawings.
• Experience working in a safety-focused environment, supervising technicians and coaching less experienced staff

A full list of our benefits can be found here. We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly individuals from black and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organization. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.

Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications.