Undergraduate Placement Opportunity

4 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom AWE plc Full time
About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a university student to join AWE plc as a Pulsed Power Scientist for a 12-month placement. The successful candidate will be part of a team that conducts trials across mechanical, explosive, and extreme environments, and maintains capabilities such as the Orion plasma LASER facility.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct technical, engineering, and scientific activities that blend Physics and Electrical/Electronic Engineering to generate X-Ray pulses.
  • Work on live projects available at the time, supported and mentored by experienced Scientists.
  • Develop skills and knowledge of industry best practice within the Science discipline.
Requirements
  • Studying for a degree in Physics or a related field.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.
Benefits
  • A salary of £22,250.
  • A market-leading contributory pension scheme.
  • Every second Friday off.
  • 270 hours of annual leave a year, including bank holidays.
  • Access to the employee discounts portal.
Location

The role will be based at Aldermaston, near Reading, Berkshire, with opportunities to work in other locations depending on projects available at the time.



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