ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
UKAEA - RACE (Remote Applications in Challenging Environments)
RACE is part of the UK Government's Robotics and Autonomous Systems Strategy (RAS) and is one of the initiatives that is supporting development and growth in remote handling, paving the way for the UK to be a world leader in this area. RACE is based in a new purpose-built building on the Culham Science Centre, Abingdon.
RACE is actively working on the upgrade, maintenance and decommissioning of remote handling systems that used on the JET reactor plant
The RACE Electrical Technician will be engaged in the maintenance, modification, and testing of legacy equipment, along with installation and de-commissioning of equipment.
Accountabilities:
Maintenance and modifications of remote handling systems, including de-commissioning of existing equipment on the JET plant.
Assisting in the testing of systems including ensuring compliance of systems with both site and legislated safety requirements.
Working with Senior Electrical Technicians and Electrical Engineers, to help support the planned maintenance and commissioning activities.
Build new equipment from drawings, such as control cubicles, and crimping and soldering of cable looms.
Aptitudes and Experience:
Recognised electrical engineering apprenticeship (or equivalent) with relevant qualification in engineering or workshop technologies.
Qualified to the current BS7671 Wiring Regulations.
Ability to understand and work from drawings and schematics
Experience of working in a safety dominated working environment.
Flexible working attitude with the ability to work as an individual or as a team member.
Additional information:
The electrical technician will assist in the documenting of equipment status.
The electrical technician may be required to work in Beryllium and Radiation controlled areas wearing Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) up to and including an airline feed pressurised suit. All necessary training and registration for this will be provided.
There may be a requirement to attend site out of normal working hours on an occasional basis, or to work shifts as required.
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