Electrical & Electronics Engineers

  • Job Reference: R25160
  • Date Posted: 18 October 2024
  • Recruiter: AWE
  • Website: https://www.awe.co.uk/
  • Location: Aldermaston, Berkshire
  • Salary: £29,650 to £65,000
  • Sector: Engineering
  • Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston.

Package:

  • Engineer (graduates, HNC with experience): £29,650 - £37,000
  • Experienced Engineer (graduates with post-graduate experience): £37,860 - £47,000
  • Senior Engineer (Engineers experienced at leading programmes): £47,690 - £65,000.

A relocation package may be available (terms and conditions apply).

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Closing Date: 15th November 2024

Let us introduce the role

AWE have exciting opportunities for motivated and experienced Electrical & Electronics Engineers, who are keen to apply and develop their skills and knowledge. We have roles for engineers at various stages of their careers and are able to offer excellent development and progression opportunities.

You will be working within a team of experienced engineers supporting the delivery, assessment, and testing of warhead electrical/electronic systems and components.

Within the role, responsibilities include:

  • Assessment of new designs for suitability for service use.
  • Qualification of new components.
  • Test and assessment of components and systems as part of an ongoing surveillance programme.
  • Specification of trials and surveillance activities.
  • Engaging with US counterparts on surveillance and test activities.

There may be the opportunity for occasional overseas travel, depending on the specific role.

Who are we looking for?

We do need you to have the following:

  • A degree qualification (or equivalent, e.g. HNC plus vocational training) in electrical/electronic engineering, followed by relevant experience.
  • Experience in the designing, testing, and fault-finding of electrical/electronic circuits, with the ability to analyse and assess existing designs.
  • Knowledge of the application of electronics to defence systems would be an advantage, but not essential.

Training will be provided, and opportunities to study for further qualifications are available.

Some reasons we think you'll love it here:

AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:

  • 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
  • Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
  • Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
  • Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
  • Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
  • Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
  • Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
  • Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

Important things you need to know:

  • You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
  • We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
  • Our interviews typically take place over Microsoft Teams and for most roles are a one stage process.

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