Location: | Harwell |
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Salary: | £37,087 to £40,754 per annum (Discretionary range to £46,868 per annum) |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Permanent |
Placed On: | 18th April 2024 |
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Closes: | 6th May 2024 |
Job Ref: | 11337 |
About Us
Diamond Light Source is the UK’s national synchrotron; a huge scientific facility designed to produce very intense beams of X-rays, infrared and ultraviolet light. Our scientists use the light to study a vast range of subject matter, from new medicines and treatments for disease to innovative engineering and cutting-edge technology.
At Diamond we are currently undertaking a major upgrade of the facility, known as Diamond-II. Diamond-II will combine a new machine and new beamlines with a comprehensive series of upgrades to optics, detectors, sample environments, sample delivery capabilities and computing, which will ultimately generate an even more brilliant light source at a higher energy.
About the Role
We now have an opportunity for a Senior Power Supplies Technician to work as part of a team to assist with the day-to-day challenges of operating high-performance magnet power supplies.
You will also assist with the development of the next generation of power supplies required for the Diamond-II upgrade project, with a focus on quality, reliability and stability.
Further responsibilities will include:
About You
You will hold an appropriate HNC, HND or Degree or demonstrate equivalent relevant experience.
You will have experience from a power supplies background including good working knowledge of engineering drawings and schematics.
You will also have a proven background in the use of laboratory-based testing and an understanding of measurement techniques.
Any experience in the following areas is desirable:
You will demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills with management, peers, colleagues, customers and suppliers. You will also demonstrate the ability to provide ideas and creative solutions to design problems, and you will display excellent attention to detail.
Benefits
Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.
To Apply
Please click on the Apply button above and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.
The closing date for applications is 6th May.
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