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We have a current opportunity for a Systems Engineer on a contract basis. The position will be based in Abingdon. For further information about this position please apply. Location OX14 3DB - Hybrid - Days on site required minimum 2/3 per week Total Hours 37.50 per week UKAEA is leading the drive to put fusion energy on the grid, to give the world a new form of long-term, sustainable low-carbon electricity. At their sites at Culham, Oxfordshire and Rotherham, South Yorkshire, they have a rapidly growing workforce to fulfil their expanding programme of research, focused on delivering the UK's first fusion prototype power plant by 2040. Systems Engineering Support - Systems Engineer
Overview:
To provide professional Systems Engineering services across a range of UKAEA projects and in collaboration with our international partners.
The role will provide hands-on Systems Engineering support to projects at all lifecycle stages, from establishing the initial outline requirements, through the design and implementation phases, to the verification that the final delivered solution meets the original design intent.
The post holder will be an effective lead Systems Engineer for a range of projects within the Authority. The scope of these projects will span from long term development of new facilities to short term intensive upgrade, repair and replacement of existing systems.
They will be concerned with the development and management of the design and realisation of complex systems and must be able to demonstrate an ability to deal with ambiguity and the application of systems engineering to emergent technologies.
They are required to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the System Engineering toolkit and bring with them the practical experience of having applied these in a range of different situations.
They will develop and implement policy and guidance on best practice, as well as producing technical reports and ensuring adherence to accepted standards, through their own work and peer reviewing the work of others.
They are typically responsible for the formulation, implementation and often management (within a project) of systems engineering tools, processes and data that govern the technical work of system development; typical key areas include requirements capture and management, system architecture development, Functional Analysis, concept generation and evaluation, interface identification and management, subsystem procurement, system verification and technical risk
Overview of Department
The role sits within the Systems Engineering Group (SEG), which has more than doubled in size over the previous two years and continues to grow.
SEG sits within the Engineering Design Unit, which sits within the Central Engineering Department.
Experience Required
A relevant degree in a recognised STEM subject
Knowledge and experience of Systems Engineering
Demonstrable ability to grasp the basics of an engineering concept and explore wider implications
Previous experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams, developing complex systems
Extensive experience of applying systems engineering
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Professional registration as Chartered Engineer
Experience of a senior role in an engineering development activity
Demonstrable interpersonal skills and collaborative behaviours
Experience of interacting across a range of engineering disciplines e.g. mechanical, nuclear, electrical, software, Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) etc
Experience of embedding Systems Engineering processes into organisations
Membership of, or accreditation with, INCOSE would be beneficial Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.  |
