CCFE Jobs and Internships

Department Administrator

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is hiring a Department Administrator to support its Robotics, Repurposing & Decommissioning Directorate. The role involves a range of administrative tasks, including handling inquiries, coordinating travel, and managing requisitions. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, has excellent communication skills, and can work independently.  read more

Capability Lead - Manufacturing

CCFE Abingdon, United Kingdom Full Time

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking a Capability Lead - Manufacturing. The role involves providing manufacturability advice, driving process improvements, and collaborating with capability leaders in a high-tech engineering environment. The candidate should have extensive CNC machine experience and proficiency in CAD/CAM.  read more

Assistant Contract Assurance Manager

CCFE Culham and Yorkshire, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking an Assistant Contract Assurance Manager to deliver contract assurance and management support across the organization. The successful candidate will have experience in Contract Management, Public Sector Procurement requirements, and supplier management.  read more

Contract Assurance Lead

CCFE Culham and Yorkshire, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Contract Assurance Lead to develop a contract management approach and ensure compliance with UK directives. The role involves providing guidance to senior managers and contributing to the organization's mission of generating cleaner, carbon-free energy.  read more

Electrical Manufacturing and Quality Systems Team Leader

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking an Electrical Manufacturing and Quality Systems Team Leader to oversee the quality delivery of all electrical manufacturing and installation activities for the RACE portfolio. The role requires extensive electrical engineering design experience, strong knowledge of electrical principles, and experience managing quality processes in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.  read more

Head of Integrated Software Solutions

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is looking for a Head of Integrated Software Solutions to lead the transformation of how fusion energy plants are designed and built through new software solutions. The role requires significant experience in an R&D or engineering environment and the ability to grow and develop a team of talented software engineers.  read more

Head of Corporate Analysis and Reporting

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Head of Corporate Analysis and Reporting to join their team. The role involves ensuring excellence in expenditure control and planning, driving improved management information, and developing corporate reporting and analytical capability. The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience in a senior role.  read more

Group Head of Internal Audit

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Group Head of Internal Audit to lead and set the strategy for the internal audit function. The role involves influencing at the most senior level within the Group and mentoring management at all levels. The candidate must have a professional qualification ideally CIA/ACCA/CMIIA qualified and/or a relevant Internal Audit certification.  read more

Principal Engineer for the Design Authority

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Principal Engineer for the Design Authority. The role is within the Tritium and Process Systems team, and involves delegation as an Endorsing Authority for a variety of projects and/or smaller facilities. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role within the ‘Engineering Authority’ strand of the Office of the Chief Engineer, which is a collective of engineering specialists and generalists.  read more

Project Manager - RACE Programme Management

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Project Manager to contribute to the future of fusion energy. The role involves managing varied projects, including the maintenance and enhancement of fusion devices and the development of new facilities. The ideal candidate should have chartered status in a relevant STEM discipline and a good understanding of fusion science and/or technology and engineering.  read more

Executive Assistant

CCFE Abingdon, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is looking for an Executive Assistant to provide administrative support to the Director and Senior Leadership Team. The role involves coordinating division activities, handling confidential information, and supporting people-related activities.  read more

STEP Strategic Supplier Relationship Manager

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a STEP Strategic Supplier Relationship Manager to manage strategic suppliers to the STEP programme, deliver contract management and supplier relationship management strategies, and ensure compliance to UKAEA and government policy. The role is within the fusion energy sector, contributing to the development of cleaner, carbon-free energy.  read more

Senior Research Scientist (Adsorption & Separations Lead)

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Senior Research Scientist (Adsorption & Separations Lead) to contribute to the future of fusion energy. The role involves leading research and development programs, managing a team of scientists and engineers, and working on cutting-edge technology development for the fusion fuel cycle.  read more

Senior Process Engineer (Team Leader)

CCFE Oxford, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will have a Chemical Engineering Degree or equivalent qualification, experience in the design, build, commissioning, and operational team support of hazardous process plant, and the ability to manage a team.  read more

RACE Principal Electronics Engineer

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer for their RACE division in Culham, UK. The successful candidate will provide technical and project leadership on large, complex projects, bringing specialist knowledge in the field of Remote Handling in high-radiation and hazardous environments.  read more

Senior Analytical Research Chemist (Team Leader)

CCFE Oxford, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Senior Analytical Research Chemist (Team Leader) to contribute to the future of fusion energy. The role involves leading a team, planning test programs, analyzing results, and writing scientific articles. The successful candidate will have research experience, particularly in gas analysis methods.  read more

Senior Process Engineer (Team Leader)

CCFE Oxford, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Senior Process Engineer (Team Leader) to contribute to the future of fusion energy. The role involves leading a team of process engineers, managing various projects, and supporting the design, installation, commissioning, and early operation of an experiment. The position requires a Chemical or Process Engineering degree and relevant experience.  read more

Senior Research Scientist (Adsorption & Separations Lead)

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Senior Research Scientist (Adsorption & Separations Lead) to contribute to the future of fusion energy. The role involves leading the development of research facilities and delivering scientific results for the Hydrogen 3 Advanced Technologies Division (H3AT). The candidate should have experience as an analytical chemist with research experience, planning test programmes, and using gas analysis methods.  read more

Engineering Analyst

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking an Engineering Analyst to join their team and contribute to the future of fusion energy. The role involves conducting design and analysis tasks, utilizing computer-aided engineering tools, and supervising colleagues.  read more

Engineering Section Leader

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking an Engineering Section Leader to lead an engineering team in the Integrated Engineering Division. The role involves providing technical leadership, implementing best practice engineering, and creating innovative solutions. The candidate should have a relevant engineering degree or equivalent and experience in engineering design, project engineering, or process engineering.  read more

Senior Finance Business Partner

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to join their Finance and Business Team. The role involves managing financial opportunities and risks, supporting innovation and development in the organization, and providing financial guidance to business unit and project managers. The job offers a hybrid working model.  read more

Electrical Safety Engineer & ATO Holder

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking an experienced Electrical Safety Engineer & ATO Holder to lead the safety management of their large and technically complex facility. The role involves providing technical support in electrical safety, acting as a consultant to projects and programmes, and leading discrete work packages with respect to electrical safety.  read more

Electrical Safety Engineer & ATO Holder

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking an experienced Electrical Safety Engineer to lead the safety management of their large and technically complex facility. The successful candidate will provide technical support in electrical safety, lead discrete work packages with respect to electrical safety, and conduct incident investigations. The candidate must possess an HND, degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a closely allied discipline or substantial relevant experience.  read more

Commercial Specialist

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time Part Time

UKAEA is hiring a Commercial Specialist to provide valuable advice and assistance to both the Commercial team and the studentship team. The role involves managing commercial agreements, handling document registration, and offering expert guidance on commercial matters. The candidate should have a thorough understanding of commercial practices and procedures, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate and contribute to various aspects of the organization's commercial operations.  read more

Technical Co-ordinator

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Technical Coordinator to provide support to engineering projects within the Special Techniques Group. The role involves managing technical documents, ensuring databases are up to date, and providing administrative support. Candidates should have a relevant qualification in Business, Science, or Engineering and prior experience in technical report writing.  read more

Head of Fusion Growth

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Head of Fusion Growth to lead transformation initiatives in the fusion energy sector. The role involves strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and effective program management. The position offers an array of benefits, including a defined benefit pension scheme, a corporate bonus scheme, flexible working options, and a vibrant, inclusive culture.  read more

Director of Programme - Fusion Fuel Capability

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Director of Programme - Fusion Fuel Capability to lead a pioneering project in fusion energy. The role involves leading a £200m project to develop an experimental neutron-source-based breeder test bed and twin within 5 years. The role requires a higher degree in a science or engineering discipline and internationally recognized research expertise in the field of fusion.  read more

Principal Cryogenics Engineer

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Principal Cryogenics Engineer to contribute to the future of fusion energy. The role involves technical leadership in specialized areas, including superconducting magnets, cryo-pumping, plasma fuelling, and material testing. The candidate should have a degree or equivalent in Cryogenic, Mechanical, Process Engineering or a related STEM subject, and extensive knowledge and experience in cryogenics.  read more

Principal Cryogenics Engineer - Heating & Fuelling - STEP (PERMANENT)

CCFE Culham, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a Principal Cryogenics Engineer to contribute to the future of fusion energy. The role involves providing technical leadership in specialized areas and overseeing teams of multi-disciplinary engineers.  read more

HR/ Payroll and Operations Assistant (1 year FTA)

CCFE Abingdon, United Kingdom Full Time

UKAEA is seeking a highly motivated HR/ Payroll & Operations Assistant for a 1-year FTA contract. The role involves administering and coordinating end-to-end processes, ensuring records are accurately maintained within the ERP system. The candidate should have solid administration experience with HR or Payroll, excellent organizational skills, and a continuous process improvement mindset.  read more