Magnet Design Engineer - tokamak magnet design in Abingdon

Good Afternoon!

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Magnet Design Engineer, contract role, to lead the design, manufacture and testing of High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) magnets for an exciting fusion energy programme for a UK GOV project.

Contract duration: until end of June 2027+ extensions in view.

Working style: hybrid work, 2 days per week on site in Culham, Abingdon

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the HTS model coil design and development programme.
• Develop technical strategies and lead multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Oversee magnet design, fabrication, assembly and testing.
• Work closely with specialists in cryogenics, HTS cables and quench protection.
• Collaborate with technical teams and international partners.

Essential experience:

• Strong background in HTS magnet design and manufacture.
• Deep understanding of cryogenics.
• Experience using magnet engineering analysis tools.
• Chartered membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Proven technical leadership and delivery of complex engineering projects.

Experience in tokamak magnet design would be an advantage.

Interested, or know someone who could be a great fit? Please get in touch to find out more!

Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available, if you are interested do not delay the response and forward your updated CV today.

If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public Sector, please reach out (phone number removed) (extension 8144) and ask for Cristina Ghenu or you may email me at (url removed)