Design by Fundamentals Manager @ UK Atomic Energy Authority
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Company Overview
UK Industrial Fusion Solutions (UKIFS) Ltd, a subsidiary of UK Atomic Energy Authority, is driving fusion energy innovation with the STEP prototype plant aimed for 2040. The company is setting up operations, attracting talent, and building partnerships, with benefits like an outstanding defined benefit pension, corporate bonus scheme, flexible working options, and generous leave entitlements.
Role Overview
The Design by Fundamentals Manager will lead a key strategic program, integrating micro-scale materials modelling with experimental campaigns to accelerate materials qualification for fusion environments. This role reports to the Head of Materials Science and Technology and collaborates with UKAEA technical leads, academic collaborators, and regulatory bodies.
Key Technical Focus: Design by Fundamentals (DbF)
- Multiscale Modelling from micro to macro components
- Targeted Experiments under irradiation, thermal, and electromagnetic loads
- Predictive Capability to deliver reliable materials data
Key Accountabilities
- Strategic Programme Leadership: Define and deliver a unified vision for DbF.
- Technical Integration & Stakeholder Engagement: Align with STEP design and regulatory expectations.
- Programme Management: Develop a decadal strategy and manage delivery milestones.
- Innovation & Economic Impact: Drive culture of innovation and responsible research.
- Communication & Dissemination: Provide updates and contribute to strategic planning.
Qualifications
- PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
- Expertise in materials modelling, nuclear materials science and experimental techniques.
- Proven leadership in multidisciplinary R&D teams.
- Strong strategic thinking and communication skills.
Additional Information
UKIFS promotes diversity and inclusion and provides adjustments during the recruitment process. This role may require a future SC Clearance and entails a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check.
Location & Work Arrangement
Employees will be based at West Burton, Nottinghamshire, with onsite working expected 3 days per week.
Key skills/competency
- Fusion Energy
- Materials Modelling
- Experimental Design
- Programme Leadership
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Innovation
- Strategic Planning
- Safety Standards
How to Get Hired at UK Atomic Energy Authority
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize Your Resume: Tailor qualifications and experience to fusion energy.
- Research UKIFS Culture: Understand their mission and STEP programme.
- Highlight Technical Skills: Emphasize materials modelling and experimental know-how.
- Prepare for Interviews: Be ready with examples of strategic leadership.