At a Glance
- Tasks: Support installation and maintenance of advanced electrical systems for groundbreaking scientific research.
- Company: Join Diamond Light Source, the UK's leading synchrotron facility for innovative science.
- Benefits: Enjoy 26 days leave, flexible hours, and a vibrant campus with great amenities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Be part of a team making a real impact on global challenges through cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Apprenticeship in Engineering or equivalent experience; HNC preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
This is not a desk-based role, but you will have access to a shared office space as required. 2.5 Years Fixed Term Based onsite - Harwell campus.
About Us
Diamond Light Source is the UK’s national synchrotron, serving scientists and researchers from around the world. It is a not-for-profit joint venture, providing academic and industry researchers access to facilities that enable world-changing science. The machine generates extremely bright light that is directed into laboratories known as beamlines. Scientists use the light to find solutions to humanity’s most critical challenges, from health, food security and biotechnology to energy, climate change and advanced materials. Diamond is in the process of upgrading to a fourth-generation synchrotron, generating a brighter and more coherent light. This will provide enhanced imaging and analysis capabilities, helping the UK to remain at the forefront of scientific discovery.
About the Role
We now have an opportunity for an Electrical Technician or Senior Electrical Technician to assist in providing support during installation, commissioning, upgrades and operational activities related to the technical systems of the Diamond accelerators (LINAC, Booster and Storage Ring) to enable delivery of synchrotron light to the high quality required by Beamlines.
As an Electrical Technician, the main duties will include:
- Being responsible for the installation, commissioning and upgrade support for specialist Injection, Insertion Device and Front End equipment; including all electrical aspects of the accelerator systems; such as control racks, interconnecting wiring and field equipment.
- Undertaking the testing, maintenance, fault finding, repair and calibration of above systems.
- Building and wiring electrical assemblies and enclosures for accelerator systems.
- Preparing test procedure documentation and carrying out safety inspections and tests on electrical systems, to ensure compliance with periodic inspection/testing regulations.
- Assisting scientific and technical groups with maintenance of their systems.
As a Senior Technician, the main duties will include:
- Safety inspections on electrical systems.
- Testing and maintenance of control and instrumentation systems for Injection, RF, diagnostics and vacuum systems.
- Management of design, manufacture, installation and testing of new front ends, insertion devices and upgrades to existing systems.
- Assisting Technical Groups with maintenance of existing systems and build of racks, panels etc for new systems.
- Analysis of failure records, planning of repairs/upgrades during shutdown periods.
Applicants will be considered at either Electrical Technician or Senior Electrical Technician level, depending on the strength of your skills, experience and qualifications.
About You
You will have completed a recognised Apprenticeship in an Engineering discipline, have a HNC (or equivalent) qualification or demonstrate significant equivalent experience. You will also have experience in the following areas:
- LV Electrical Systems.
- Using Safe systems at work, permits and risk assessments.
- Working to electrical drawings.
For the Senior Electrical Technician, you will also have a BS7671 Wiring Regulations Qualification or equivalent knowledge, and experience in the following areas:
- HV Electrical systems.
- Electrical cabling to 18th Edition.
Benefits
Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme with a 2.3% accrual rate. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable. Our campus-based location, with open green space, offers sports pitches, an outdoor gym, as well as a network of cycle, running and walking routes. Staff also have access to a range of onsite amenities including cafes, restaurants, a daycare nursery and free on-site parking.
As standard, this role requires a fully onsite working arrangement.
Immigration / Sponsorship
This position meets a SOC code that is on the UK Government’s Temporary Shortage List. This brings with it restrictions on our ability to sponsor non-UK & Irish nationals. At Technician level we can potentially sponsor those individuals that have already been sponsored in the UK since before 4th April 2024, as well as those individuals that meet the eligibility requirements of the new entrant rate; however, such employment could only be on a fixed term basis for the duration of your new entrant rate eligibility. At Senior Technician level we could sponsor any eligible individuals; however, under recent changes to the UK Immigration system, such employment could only be on a fixed term basis, and individuals that are relocating to the UK to take up employment against a position matched to a Temporary Shortage List SOC code would not be able to bring dependants with them to the UK. Please do not apply to this vacancy if you require sponsorship and do not meet the above criteria; sponsorship outside of this criteria is impossible.
To Apply
Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role. The initial closing date for applications is 2nd August 2026; however, applications will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis until this vacancy is filled.
Electrical Technician/Senior Electrical Technician in London employer: Diamond Light Source
At Diamond Light Source, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and innovative work culture in the heart of Harwell, Oxfordshire. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous professional development opportunities and involvement in groundbreaking projects like the Diamond-II upgrade, which not only enhances your skills but also contributes to significant scientific advancements. Join us to be part of a team that values quality, reliability, and stability while working in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to pushing the boundaries of science.
