Diamond Light Source
RF Mechanical Technician
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RF Mechanical Technician
fully onsite working arrangement
2 year fixed term contract
About Us
Diamond Light Source is one of the worlds most advanced scientific facilities. We're home to the UKs synchrotron light source a giant microscope producing beams of light 10 billion times brighter than the sun. Probing the structure and composition of matter, our work drives innovation in everything from vaccines to nanotech.
At Diamond we are currently undertaking a major upgrade of the facility, known as Diamond-II. Diamond-II will combine a new machine and new beamlines with a comprehensive series of upgrades to optics, detectors, sample environments, sample delivery capabilities and computing, which will ultimately generate an even more brilliant light source at a higher energy.
About the Role
We now have an opportunity for a RF Mechanical Technician to provide support in the installation, assembly and mechanical maintenance of all equipment overseen by the RF group. This includes cryogenic plant, vacuum cryostat assemblies, high-power amplifiers, transmission lines and all supporting devices.
Main duties will include:
- Supporting the mechanical day-to-day operation of Diamond RF Group infrastructure.
- Assisting with the installation and commissioning of Diamond-II RF systems and dismantling of the current system.
- Assisting in providing minor electrical support to RF group equipment.
- Liaising / communicating with various departments / teams across Diamond to safely achieve operation and maintenance activities.
- Assisting with the preparation of safety risk assessments and method statements.
- Assisting with the regular inspection of installed equipment.
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About You
You will have completed an engineering apprenticeship or have equivalent training or experience, along with knowledge and experience in the following:
- Mechanical assembly tasks
- Mechanical engineering drawings
Experience of vacuum assemblies, instrumentation and MS office software would be desirable.
A desire to learn, take on a variety of tasks, new challenges and the ability to work independently would be an advantage.
Benefits
Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.
Our campus-based location, with open green space, offers sports pitches, an outdoor gym, as well as a network of cycle, running and walking routes. Staff also have access to a range of onsite amenities including cafes, restaurants, a daycare nursery and free on-site parking.
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As standard this role requires a fully onsite working arrangement
Immigration / Sponsorship
This position meets a SOC code that is on the UK Governments Temporary Shortage List. This brings with it restrictions on our ability to sponsor non-UK & Irish nationals.
At Technician level we can potentially sponsor those individuals that have already been sponsored in the UK since before 4th April 2024, as well as those individuals that meet the eligibility requirements of the new entrant rate, however, such employment could only be on a fixed term basis for the duration of your new entrant rate eligibility.
Please do not apply to this vacancy if you require sponsorship and do not meet the above criteria, sponsorship outside of this criteria is impossible.
Skilled Worker visa: temporary shortage list - GOV.UK
To Apply
Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.
The closing date for applications is 28th June 2026, however, we encourage early applications as some candidates may be interviewed before this date.
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