Electronics & Instrumentation Engineer

Our client is an innovative clean energy technology organisation developing next-generation solutions at the crossroads of nuclear science, accelerator physics, and advanced energy systems. Their mission is to create intrinsically safe, sustainable power technologies while addressing long-term challenges in waste recycling and reliability. 

The Role

As an Electronics & Instrumentation Engineer, you will play a key role in the development, testing, and reliable operation of ion source systems within a particle accelerator environment. You will design and implement precision instrumentation and control solutions while working alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers and physicists.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement instrumentation systems for the ion source and its associated test bench, ensuring precise monitoring and control of operational parameters.
• Integrate and calibrate sensors for diagnostics, including temperature, pressure, beam current, and other critical performance metrics.
• Develop and optimise control systems for the ion source, including signal processing and real-time data acquisition.
• Design and implement the data acquisition interface to the test bench software.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design fault-tolerant and redundant systems, as well as monitoring systems for the ion source.
• Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems during ion source commissioning and operation.
• Document system designs, test results, and operational guidelines to support long-term maintenance and scalability.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in instrumentation, control systems, sensor integration, or in designing and maintaining electronic systems for high-reliability/industrial applications.
• Hands-on experience with data acquisition systems, sensor calibration, and signal processing.
• Proficiency in programming and scripting for automation and control (e.g., Ladder Logic, LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ion source development, electrical systems (high-voltage, RF, or power electronics) in particle accelerators or similar high-power environments.
• Familiarity with automation and control systems (control theory, feedback systems) used in accelerator facilities.
• Knowledge of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards such as IEC 61000 and electromagnetic interference mitigation.
• Knowledge of advanced diagnostic tools and AI-based data analysis for system monitoring.
• Understanding of reliability engineering principles and predictive maintenance techniques.

Why Join?

• Contribute to one of the most innovative projects in clean energy and advanced nuclear systems.
• Collaborate with world-class scientists and engineers at a globally recognised research hub.
• Be part of a growing international team shaping the future of safe, sustainable energy.

Apply Now

If you’re an electronics and instrumentation expert passionate about cutting-edge technology and energy innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV to antony@pace-people.com