At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop innovative electrical systems for cutting-edge fusion technology.
- Company: Join a pioneering organisation at the forefront of fusion energy research.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with exciting projects and career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in sustainable energy solutions while advancing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or equivalent experience; CAD proficiency is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer at Culham, Abingdon, UK – 3 days per week onsite.
Accountable for supporting design work on major fusion sub-systems, from concept through to detailed design on enhancement programmes for our client’s facilities as well as for future fusion devices. Accountable for design aspects relating to all assigned systems/components including repair, replacement or upgrade activities.
Develop and effectively implement systems for managing design requirements and interfaces, and processes for ensuring satisfactory performance/compliance, and ensure these are adopted by design teams. Ensure that detail designs are appropriately validated, working with engineering technicians/analysts/suppliers as necessary, and ensure appropriate adherence to design standards. The designs are compliant with the methods of manufacture/assembly/maintenance.
Deliver projects to the satisfaction of the customer (internal or external) within the imposed constraints. Produce technical reports, departmental notes and procedures where appropriate. Complete/supervise the design including the generation of technical documentation e.g. electrical drawings, bill of materials, cable schedules etc.; ensure the design phases implement principles of value engineering and design for manufacture.
Demonstrate good communication with personnel across the organisation as well as good team working.
- C&I experience and a solid electrical engineering background.
- A relevant engineering degree / HND or HNC / Level 4 or 5 apprenticeship or equivalent with relevant experience.
- Proven knowledge of adherence to relevant UK regulations / EU directives for electrical safety and compliance.
- Experience in machinery safety principles and the use and application of BS EN 60204-1.
- Knowledge of functional safety and process safety desirable.
- Wide experience of using AutoCAD / AutoCAD Lite basic CAD drawing package to produce electrical documentation.
- Understanding of the operation of data configuration control.
- Ability to perform exploratory design concepts using first principles.
- Proven capability in engineering design and a good working knowledge of manufacturing techniques/engineering materials and their properties.
- Knowledge of electrical enclosure/control panel manufacturing techniques.
- Proficient in the knowledge and application of recognised drawing standards and BS EN 61082 in particular.
- Good communication, technical writing and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of and the application of BS 7671 18th Edition. Qualification desirable.
- Experienced user of an electrical CAD package such as Solidworks Electrical (current package used), EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical.
Electrical Design Engineer employer: GIOS Technology
At our Culham facility in Abingdon, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that fosters innovation and professional growth. As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking fusion technology projects while benefiting from flexible working arrangements and a commitment to employee development through training and mentorship programmes. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the field of energy.
