HTS Magnet Technician

The world needs a clean and reliable source of base-load energy. That’s what we’re striving to achieve at Tokamak Energy. Our route to fusion power is unique. We are taking established science and building on it by pioneering the use of spherical tokamaks in conjunction with high temperature superconductors (HTS).

Fusion – the energy source that powers the sun – is globally accepted as the best way to generate plentiful, safe, secure and clean energy. The tokamak is the most heavily researched and best understood of all the different paths to fusion.

It is now acknowledged that the spherical tokamak design offers the smallest and most cost-effective solution. This is our solution. Yet there are many complex engineering challenges that need to be overcome for demonstration and commercialisation of this technology. Our team of world-class fusion scientists and magnet engineers are tackling these challenges to develop efficient and affordable fusion power. Our unique approach is centred on rapid innovation using the latest materials and technology – but building on decades of scientific research and experience. This strategy gives us – and the world – a faster way to fusion.

Once fusion electricity is achieved, our scalable technology could be rolled out across the world as a solution to one of humanity’s greatest challenges: clean and sustainable energy for all.

Requirements

Overview of the role

A position is available in the HTS magnet team for a Magnet Technician. This role directly supports the development of the magnet manufacturing technology to scale up TE’s existing HTS coil technology to build larger magnets. The activities focus on the manufacturing steps of components and sub-assemblies to build large scale prototype HTS magnets for spherical tokamaks.

Main duties/role and responsibilities

• Working with the HTS engineering team to build prototype large scale magnets.

• Building cryo-magnetic systems and sub-assemblies working from drawings, CAD models and work instructions.

• Modifying components if required or instructing sub-contractors as required.

• Contributing to the rapid prototyping design cycle.

• Lab alterations- cabling, basic plumbing for chiller systems, building framework.

The successful candidate will have experience of precision engineering and rapid prototyping. Experience of working with superconducting materials, either HTS or Low Temperature Superconductors (LTS), is also desirable but not essential. A methodical mindset is expected as well as being organised, self-driven and able to work to defined scopes and timescales. Have excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team of engineers designing new and complex devices.

Required skills include:-

• Experience of assembling precision engineered systems.

• Experience of working on prototype projects.

• To be able to work from engineering drawings and CAD models.

• Knowledge of machining techniques.

• Experience of working in a team of scientists and/or engineers.

• Ability to manage your own time and keep your projects organised.

• Knowledge of how to use basic Microsoft Windows and MS Office.

Desirable

• HNC or similar in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline.

• Familiarity of working with superconducting materials.

• Experience of making components or sub-assemblies to be used at extreme temperatures.

• Experience of rapid prototyping projects.

• Experience of using lathes/mills and/or programming CNC machines.

• Forklift operation trained

• Experience with fine soldering and instrumentation

• Experience with high vacuum systems

• Experience with liquid nitrogen.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Eligible for company share option scheme after 1 years’ service
• Company bonus scheme, discretionary, dependant on performance
• Private medical insurance after 3 months service
• Bike to work scheme

No terminology in the advert or job description is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

Important information for candidates

Pre-employment screening

Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. This will include right-to-work, proof of identity and references.

Data privacy

Please note that any personal data submitted to Tokamak Energy as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation, for more information regarding GDPR please see: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guide-to-the-general-data-protection-regulation

Equality of opportunity

Entry into employment with the Tokamak Energy and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.