P Seeking a Hardware Development Engineer with deep expertise in beamline instrumentation development. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in plasma physics, particularly plasma diagnostics and confinement as well as electron/ion guns and/or atomic and molecular beam generation. /p pb Responsibilities /b /pulli Design, develop, and test advanced ion, electron, and atomic beam sources /lili Design and validate proof-of-concept plasma discharge systems /lili Design, assemble, and operate plasma diagnostic instrumentation /lili Plan and execute experiments to verify operational and performance parameters /lili Produce mechanical, optomechanical, and mechatronic designs using CAD tools (e.g. Fusion 360 or PTC Creo), following best practices for ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems /lili Operate and integrate laboratory test and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes, DAQs, multimeters, timing devices, and multi-instrument control systems /lili Develop Python scripts for experimental control, data acquisition, and data analysis /lili Iteratively refine and optimise designs based on experimental results /lili Prepare clear technical documentation and reports for internal stakeholders /li /ul pb Profile /b /pulli PhD or advanced degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent hands-on industrial or research experience /lili Proven experience with plasma physics, molecular/atomic beams, ion beams, or electron beams in academic or industrial RD environments /lili Strong hands-on experience with high and ultra-high vacuum hardware and instrumentation /lili Excellent practical skills in experimental prototyping, system debugging, and test bench operation /lili Experience automating complex experimental setups involving actuators, lasers, and detectors is highly desirable /lili Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or equivale /li /ul p Following your application Jake Phillips, a specialist recruiter will discuss the opportunity with you in detail. Jake will be more than happy to answer any questions relating to the industry and the potential for your career growth. The conversation can also progress further to discussing other opportunities, which are also available right now or will be imminently becoming available. /p p This position has been highly popular, and it is likely that it will close shortly. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. /p