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steptofusion

Design by Fundamentals Manager - UKIFS

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steptofusion
Leading company in sustainable technology solutions.
Leading the Design by Fundamentals (DbF) programme for the STEP prototype fusion plant, focusing on multiscale materials modelling, targeted experiments, and predictive capability to accelerate materials qualification for fusion energy environments.
22d ago
£77,239 - £77,239
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
South Wheatley, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
1500+ globally Employees
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Role
What you would be doing
multiscale modelling
strategy development
collaborative strategy
regulatory interface
team leadership
design review
  • Define and deliver a unified vision for DbF, integrating experimental and modelling efforts.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and responsible research.
  • Create an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
  • Lead by example, upholding the Seven Principles of Public Life.
  • Maintain alignment with STEP’s high-level objectives and commercial mission.
  • Contribute to design reviews and strategic planning.
  • Collaborate with the Engineering Authority and Engineering Delivery Directorates of UKIFS to ensure a coherent materials qualification strategy, fit for STEP design.
  • Multiscale Modelling: From mechanisms at the microscale to physical properties of the macroscale components.
  • Align DbF with STEP design needs and regulatory expectations.
  • Develop and manage a decadal strategy for DbF.
  • Ensure delivery to cost, schedule, and STEP programme milestones.
  • Promote publication and presentation of research, aligned with UKIFS commercial policies.
  • Act as a key technical interface with regulatory bodies.
  • Identify opportunities for IP generation and cross-sector application.
  • Encourage publication of patents and high-impact research outputs.
  • Build and lead a high-performing, innovative, multidisciplinary team across multiple institutions.
  • Provide regular updates to STEP leadership and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure access to the necessary facilities, skills, and computational resources.
  • Targeted Experiments: Using irradiation, thermal, and electromagnetic loading to inform and validate models.
What you bring
experimental background
lead teams
nuclear materials science
safety standards
phd
materials modelling
  • Broad experimental background (e.g. microstructural characterisation, corrosion, micromechanics).
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary R&D teams and deliver under pressure.
  • Deep understanding of nuclear materials science, especially irradiation effects.
  • Demonstrated commitment to responsible innovation and safety standards.
  • PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
  • Familiarity with design for multiple attributes and harsh environment codes.
  • Expertise in materials modelling and extrapolation to fusion environments.
  • Predictive Capability: Delivering reliable materials data for STEP design and regulatory approval.
  • Strategic thinker with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Experience with IP generation and management.
  • World-class expertise at the interface of materials modelling and experimentation.
Benefits
  • Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
  • Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
  • 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
  • Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,
  • Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
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Visa Sponsorship
  • uk visa sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates. please refer to the job description for more details.
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  • the role requires employees to complete an online baseline personnel security standard (bpss), including the disclosure & barring service (dbs) checks for criminal convictions. a sc clearance may also be required in the future.
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