We are seeking a highly skilled Fusion Technologist (Simulation & Software) to join our team at the UK Atomic Energy Authority. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in developing high-fidelity simulation & software codes for the design and optimization of digital-physical systems.

• Implement novel solutions to scientific and engineering challenges through the development of new simulation & software tools coupled with physical experiments.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team to enable the translation of digital-physical systems into engineering practice.
• Represent UKAEA at international conferences as well as at technical meetings and functions as required.
• Produce high-impact output, including delivery of talks at major conferences and publishing peer-reviewed papers.

• Doctoral degree in engineering, computer science, applied mathematics, physical science or equivalent experience in a structured research environment.
• Excellent collaborative skills with the ability to share complex technical ideas clearly and simply across disciplines.
• Practical experience in one or more computational engineering fields such as finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid mechanics (CFD), Monte-Carlo methods or computational electromagnetics.
• Experience running and controlling simulations from the command line using software specific scripting languages or other scripting languages.
• Proficiency in one scripting language (e.g. Python, Matlab, Julia, R, etc.) for analysis and visualisation of data.
• Familiarity with coding, testing, and documenting best practices, including version control systems like Git.
• Experience with the command line and the Linux/UNIX operating system or Windows Subsystem for Linux.

UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.

• Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme.
• Corporate bonus scheme of up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
• Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays.
• Wide range of career development opportunities.
• A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive.