Principal Technologist

UK Atomic Energy Authority
📍 whitehaven, england, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 04, 2026

Job Description

  • Salary: £71,815 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension
  • Division: ARC (RAICo)
  • Site Location: UKAEA Cumbria
  • Department: Operations and Technology

Company Description

By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on.

Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs.

UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground-breaking 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.

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Job Details

  • Location whitehaven, england
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Other
  • Posted Date June 04, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 14, 2026