Integrated Circuit and Microelectronic system Graduate Engineers

Job Description

Science and Technology Facilities Council Salary: £33,380 per annum plus £4,500 allowance (a total of £37,880). Plus a £1,000 welcome bonus Hours: Full time Contract Type: Open Ended Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire Closing Date: Sunday 20th October 2024 Assessment Centre: December 2024 TBC (travel and accommodation will be reimbursed) Please note that we can only accept a maximum of 2 applications per candidate. This role will not attract points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa, under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work for the role, but who can demonstrate they will be eligible to obtain a valid work visa via another UK visa route, in line with the Contract Type shown in the vacancy. At interview, all shortlisted candidates are required to bring with them identification documents and original documents that prove they hold or can obtain the right to work in the UK. You can check your eligibility here: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa/y If you are a talented electronic engineer, integrated circuit designer or semiconductor specialist then we have unrivalled graduate opportunities to match your ambition. We design Integrated Circuits (ICs) in a wide range of technologies and develop complex microelectronic systems for projects worldwide. As part of high-profile international collaborations, our systems have helped discover the Higgs boson, our custom ICs and image sensors are used in a plethora of projects from scientific research to bio-medical applications and our specialist support services in IC design methodology are relied upon by researchers throughout the UK and Europe. The STFC Graduate scheme will give you the opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion early in your journey with us, supported by technical training and a broader programme of career support and training and development. Our dedicated Early Careers Development Team will provide the right combination of challenge and support throughout, helping you achieve your ambitions. We know that professional recognition is also important to you too, so we will provide mentoring and expertise to help you achieve valued qualifications or chartered status in your chosen field. STFC offers a benefits package crafted to provide an excellent work/life balance including 30 days' annual leave, an outstanding index linked pension scheme, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas closure and flexible working hours. For more information on our full list of benefits, please visit here. About the role and a summary of key duties & responsibilities Our graduate engineers are offered permanent contracts and you will work on real projects from day one. Our leading facilities and rewarding work will provide you with outstanding Graduate career opportunities including: Analogue, digital and mixed signal IC design using a wide range of technologies. Design of sophisticated digital systems using FPGAs. Application engineering & consultancy for the latest design tools and Integrated Circuit design flows. Design of CMOS Image Sensors using state-of-art microelectronics technologies. You will receive all necessary technical training, be supported by experienced colleagues including a mentor, encouraged to use your initiative and allowed to demonstrate your innovative engineering skills to reach your full potential. You will need to have a good understanding of basic electronic principles, an analytical approach to problem solving and dedication to professional development in the continuously evolving and fast-moving world of integrated circuits. Good social skills are also essential as you will need to be able to communicate effectively (in English) with colleagues, project partners and customers. You will be based at STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in South Oxfordshire. We recruit on a rolling basis and therefore, we recommend you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Applications will be reviewed and considered on an ongoing basis until our roles are filled. About you Key: Shortlisting (S), Interview (I), both Shortlisting and Interview (S&I) To apply for this graduate opportunity, we are looking for the following: Essential: Achieved, or be on course to achieve, a minimum 2:1 degree, in a relevant field of study (S) Have the right to live and work in the UK at time of starting employment (S) Have a minimum of three A-levels at grade C or above one of which must be mathematics, or alternative qualifications of an equivalent level (S). Have relevant university projects or course work that gives a wide coverage and good understanding of basic electronic circuits and semiconductor device fundamentals (S&I) Enjoy solving challenging electronic engineering problems, have an analytical and logical approach to problem solving, and a genuine interest in FPGA systems, ASICs, semiconductor sensors or integrated circuit CAD tools (S&I) Be a self-motivated team player with a strong drive to acquire new knowledge and keep skills updated in rapidly evolving semiconductor technologies (S&I) You'll have good interpersonal skills with the ability to identify and communicate relevant technical information (in English) to colleagues, project partners and customers (S&I). Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert. Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received. About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) As one of Europe's largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We're proud of the impact we make. And we're committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You'll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you'll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you'll discover just what a difference you can make when you're equipped and inspired to excel. We're a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don't, ask questions that others won't, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it's at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It's very often ground-breaking. And it's endlessly, irresistibly fascinating. For more information about STFC please visit https://stfc.ukri.org/ You can also visit our careers site https://www.stfccareers.co.uk/ About UK Research Innovation (UKRI) UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. Supporting some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation. More information can be found at www.ukri.org . Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit benefits of working for UKRI . The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment. This role will not attract points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa, under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work for the role, but who can demonstrate they will be eligible to obtain a valid work visa via another UK visa route, in line with the Contract Type shown in the vacancy. At interview, all shortlisted candidates are required to bring with them identification documents and original documents that prove they hold or can obtain the right to work in the UK. You can check your eligibility here: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa/y How we support EDI in the workforce At UKRI, we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to thrive and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visit 'How we support EDI in the workforce' . Disability Confident Employer As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. How to apply Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the 'experience' section of the application. UKRI seeks to ensure it creates and maintains a system of openness, fairness and inclusion - a collaborative, trusted environment, which is attractive to and accessible to everyone who is interested in developing their career with us. Additional Information Organisation: Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) - Technology Contract Type: Open Ended External Closing Date: Oct 20, 2024 Minimum Salary: Pound Sterling (GBP) 33,380 Hours: Full-time