Facility Electrical Technician - United Kingdom - National Quantum Computing Centre

Description

Job Title: Facility Electrical Technician
Salary: UKRI Band D S1 £42,840 – £47,124 gross per annum dependant on experience
Location: RAL, Harwell Campus- Oxfordshire
Contract Type: Up to 2x Permanent Positions
Hours: Full Time (We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants)

This role requires SC Clearance and 5 years of UK residency- Please see the end of the role profile to see the eligibility criteria.

Come and do the kind of engineering that made you want to be an engineer. Stretch your technical skills while building human understanding. Promote sustainability and create new materials. And, alongside world-leading scientists, technicians and technologists, shape projects that improve lives, and daily life, in the UK and far beyond.

Put simply, come and discover the impact you can make when you're equipped, encouraged and inspired to perform to your very best.

Who are we?

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is one of the largest multidisciplinary research organisations in Europe. Our research seeks to understand the Universe from the largest astronomical scales to the tiniest constituents of matter, yet creates an impact on a very tangible, human scale. From cancer treatment to airport security, high-tech jobs to hydrogen-powered cars, and energy generation to accident-scene emergency care, our impact is felt within and beyond the UK in many aspects of daily life.

A purpose-built National Quantum Computing Centre will be built and operated by UKRI at the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) campus in Oxfordshire. The Centre will be open and operational by 2024. Until then, the NQCC's activities are taking place in other facilities on the Harwell Campus or at partnering institutions. The NQCC will sit alongside other departments within the STFC National Laboratories and will be part of the broader National Quantum Technologies Programme (NQTP).

UK Research and Innovation recognises and values employees as individuals and aims to provide a pay and rewards package that motivates staff to perform to the best of their ability. The reward package includes a flexible working scheme, a Defined benefit pension scheme, 30 days annual leave allowance plus 10.5 bank holiday/privilege days and several other benefits.

What's the purpose of this role?

You will work within the NQCC's facilities team in close collaboration with the superconducting, Ion trap and software and control systems teams on a variety of challenging installation projects, utilising and enhancing your skills in assembly, test and integration to support the development of scalable, flexible and robust quantum computing assets, that can be deployed to meet the goals of the NQCC enabling the delivery of scalable quantum computing capabilities.

What will I be doing?

Your responsibilities include:

• Provide good electrical engineer design, integration experience and input into all the NQCC's technical groups and new facilities programs of work.

• Supporting the broad technical commissioning of two NQCC flagship buildings. Including lab, plant and scientific hardware. E.G vacuum technology, cryogenics systems, process water chillers.

• To be self-motivated and able to work independently, recognise the priorities in a busy new facility.

• Provide appropriate technical information to and supervise contract staff and subcontractors for the manufacture of electrical control panels and peripheral equipment.

• Carry out fault–finding, maintenance and repairs of operational control systems.

• Procure material, components and spares, and maintain suitable stock to support critical hardware.

• Work within the STFC safety policies and codes to create a safe environment to work. Preparing safety documentation, such as risk assessments and method statements.

Person Specification

We offer significant development opportunities at the NQCC, but as a starting point you should be able to demonstrate some of the following;

• 2391 Inspection & Testing and 18th edition BS7671 Qualification.

• Served a recognised apprenticeship or obtained NVQ level 3 in electrical technical including AM2.

• Ability to interpret and understand technical engineering documents and drawings.

• Experience in soldering, crimping and cable termination.

• Experience in the design and development of PLC interlock, plant and motor control systems

• It would be desirable to have obtained an ECS gold card.

• Experience in terminating to a wide range of connector types, such as BNC, Lemo, Fischer, ITT Cannon and D type.

• Experience in working with UPS systems, both local and building.

• Experienced in 19" rack architecture, good assembly and integration techniques when building control and test equipment into enclosures.

You would need to be available to occasionally travel/work within the UK and overseas when required.

Security Clearance

The post you are applying for attracts a National Security Vetting clearance, there are further eligibility requirements, for further details at:

As one of Europe's largest research organisations, this is a place where there's always something new to learn – about the world around us, about your career, but most of all, about yourself.

Join us and discover what's possible

About the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC)

As part of the UK's National Quantum Technologies Programme, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is leading a programme to establish a National Quantum Computing Centre, which includes a commitment of £93m over 5 years, dedicated to drive development in the field of Quantum Computing and to place the UK at the forefront of the field. The Centre is a joint initiative of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC).

A purpose-built National Quantum Computing Centre will be built and operated by UKRI at the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) campus in Oxfordshire. The Centre will be open and operational by December 2022. Until then, the NQCC's activities are taking place in other facilities on the Harwell Campus or at partnering institutions. The NQCC will sit alongside other departments within the STFC National Laboratories and will be part of the broader National Quantum Technologies Programme (NQTP).

The primary purpose of the NQCC is to fill a key gap in the research and innovation landscape addressing the challenge of scaling quantum computing. However, this technology is immature and extensive development work is needed to scale the fundamental science to provide usable computing systems.

The NQCC's initial 5 years will focus on developing a Noisy Intermediate Scale Quantum (NISQ) machine to demonstrate the technology as well as software, algorithm and applications development. The longer-term aim is to scale the technology towards an error and noise-free fault-tolerant machine capability with benchmarking and verification demonstrated in collaboration with the UK and international partners. The NQCC will give assured and direct access to early prototype machines to developers and promote the formation of a strong UK-based quantum computing supply chain.

About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)

As one of Europe's largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We're proud of the impact we make. And we're committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You'll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you'll be free to question and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you'll discover just what a difference you can make when you're equipped and inspired to excel.

We're a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don't, ask questions that others won't, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it's at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It's very often ground-breaking. And it's endlessly, irresistibly fascinating.

UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.

Supporting some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.

Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit the benefits of working for UKRI .

How we support EDI in the workforce

At UKRI, we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to thrive and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visit 'How we support EDI in the workforce' .

Disability Confident Employer

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

How to apply

Online applications are only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter, which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the 'experience' section of the application.

Additional Information

• Organisation: Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) – National Quantum Computing Centre
• Contract Type: Open Ended
• External Closing Date: May 27, 2024
• Minimum Salary: Pound Sterling (GBP) 42,840