This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills in to a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.

The roles in this programme tend to run on a 12 week work placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.

As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.

If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.

In this role you will provide engineering expertise in remote handling technology, covering areas such as machinery and mechanism design, welding techniques, lifting and handling procedures, remote maintenance design, systems engineering and integration, and design considerations for fusion environments including radiation, magnetic fields, and heat.

Remote maintenance for fusion power plants involves using robotic systems, automation, and advanced control technologies to inspect, repair, and replace components within the reactor while minimizing human exposure to extreme radiation and high-temperature environments. Due to the harsh operational conditions inside a fusion reactor, manual maintenance is not feasible, making remote handling essential for ensuring reactor uptime, safety, and efficiency. These systems typically include robotic arms, remotely operated vehicles, diagnostics, and virtual reality interfaces to enable precise and controlled maintenance operations.

What you will be doing:

• Coordinating engineering projects delivered by a multi-disciplinary team.
• Designing complex electro-mechanical devices.
• Performing calculations from first principles as needed.
• Reviewing designs and calculations performed by team members.
• Producing technical documents and specifications.
• Delivering work independently.

What you will have:

• BEng in a relevant subject or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in the design and delivery of complex engineering projects.

Other Information: 

Engineers will be required to travel and work offsite in support of RACE project responsibilities and maybe temporarily co-located with our business partners.

This opportunity requires candidate to be eligible to obtain and maintain UK BPSS level clearance.

Location:

Culham, hybrid (2-3 days in the office)

If you wish to speak to one of our Returner Specialists about this role in more detail, please call us on 01329 623 246 (option 1)