Location: | Oxfordshire |
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Salary: | £38,756 to £44,838 (Inclusive of annual allowance) |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Permanent |
Placed On: | 22nd August 2024 |
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Closes: | 8th September 2024 |
Job Ref: | 11435 |
Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire
Full time / Flexible hours considered.
Excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to develop their career at our world leading research facility.
About Us
Diamond Light Source is the UK’s national synchrotron; a huge scientific facility designed to produce very intense beams of X-rays, infrared and ultraviolet light. Engineering at Diamond enables our scientists to use synchrotron light to study a vast range of subject matter, from new medicines and treatments for disease, to innovative engineering and cutting-edge technology.
About the Role
We now have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Engineering team in the development of innovative equipment that enables world class scientific research to take place at Diamond.
The Engineering team plays a key role in the design, development and construction of the Accelerators and Beamlines that generate and transport light to the scientific samples.
The role is responsible for:
About You
You should demonstrate significant experience in mechanical engineering design, including experience of:
You should also demonstrate knowledge / experience from at least 2 of the following areas:
You should be qualified to degree level in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics or demonstrate equivalent working experience.
You will display excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with scientists, fellow engineers, and stakeholders.
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. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.
This role qualifies for a non-pensionable allowance of £2,250 per annum.
To Apply
*** As part of your application, please attach an additional document of maximum 1 side of A4, consisting of text (max 250 words) and images to describe the most challenging or exciting engineering project you have been involved in, in the workplace since finishing your academic studies.
Your example should describe the particular technical challenges faced and your specific responsibilities; such as your role, what you delivered/achieved, any major problems or difficulties and how you overcame them, and any technical solutions you wish to use to highlight your suitability for this role. ***
The initial closing date for applications will be 8th September.
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