Systems Engineer

On behalf of UKAEA (UK Atomic Energy Authority) we are looking for a Systems Engineer (INSIDE IR35) for a contract which runs up to the end of April 2027 and is a hybrid role so requires a minimum of 2 days a week onsite in Oxford

UKAEA run the UK's national fusion energy research programme, sponsored by the Government's Department for Energy Security & Net Zero. They are on a mission to deliver safe, sustainable, low-carbon energy from fusion, achieving maximum scientific and economic benefit along the way.

As a Systems Engineer, your main responsibilities will be:

• Provision of systems engineering support to decommissioning and demolition work packages.
• Provision of systems engineering support to definition of new facilities and system upgrades linked to decommissioning and waste disposal.
• Support may include assistance to the Post Operational Clear Out (POCO) team to help identify hazards and interdependencies, plus opportunities for cost savings through the de-activation of sub-systems that no longer need to be kept operational.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge and experience of Systems Engineering that may include from nuclear, defence, automotive or naval sectors.
• Extensive experience of applying systems engineering.
• Demonstrable ability to grasp the basics of an engineering concept and explore wider implications.
• Previous experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience of interacting across a range of engineering disciplines e.g. mechanical, nuclear, electrical, software.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Skills

• Professional registration as Chartered Engineer would be beneficial.
• Membership of, or accreditation with, INCOSE would be beneficial.

Qualifications

• Engineering or scientific degree is essential for this role.

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.