About the job

Join the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) as a Senior Project Engineer based at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Didcot, Oxfordshire, where you'll contribute to the development of innovative mechanical systems that support cutting-edge scientific research at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source. This full-time, open-ended role offers a salary of £56,509 per annum and involves leading the design, analysis, and delivery of bespoke mechanical equipment used in accelerator, target, and instrument systems. You’ll manage complex engineering projects from concept through to commissioning, applying industrial standards, risk assessment protocols, and cross-functional collaboration with scientists, technologists, and fellow engineers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering or equivalent qualifications, experience with large-scale projects, and strong interpersonal skills. STFC is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), which supports Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, and offers an excellent benefits package, including 30 days of holiday (plus bank holidays and privilege days), flexible working, a defined average salary pension scheme, and extensive training and development opportunities. This is your chance to work on world-leading research infrastructure and make a real impact in engineering, science, and sustainability.