As a technician in the Sample Environment Group, you will support the development, testing, installation, operation and maintenance of custom scientific equipment used in experiments with neutrons.

Your work will be interesting and varied, covering everything from equipment assembly and prototyping to installation and operational support on scientific instruments. You will gain experience in working with equipment involving extreme temperatures, pressure, vacuum, fluids, lasers and automated systems. On-the-job training and support by experienced colleagues specialising in these technologies will be provided.

What you will do:

• Assemble, align, calibrate, maintain and repair custom-built equipment.
• Modify and prototype sample holders and other bespoke components.
• Carry out manual machining using lathes, milling machines and similar tools.
• Support installation and testing activities together with engineers and scientists.
• Maintain workshop tools, consumables and a safe working environment.
• Work with other ESS teams such as safety engineers, rigging and facility services