Applied Superconductivity Team Leader

Tokamak Energy

Applied Superconductivity Team Leader at TE Magnetics guiding a specialized team in developing HTS technologies. Leading projects and shaping innovation in superconducting applications.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeAbingdon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £75,000 - £85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in applied superconductivity, including hands-on experience with superconducting materials, magnet design, and cryogenic systems. Proven ability to lead and develop technical teams while driving innovation and collaboration across engineering and R&D projects.

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Applied SuperconductivitySuperconducting MaterialsMagnet DesignData AnalysisTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Superconducting Components DevelopmentExperimental Data AnalysisCryogenic Systems UnderstandingTesting MethodologiesEngineering Judgement

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationStakeholder EngagementCollaborative MindsetProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Testing SetupsData Analysis Tools

Industry Keywords

Fusion EnergyMedical ImagingAerospaceScientific InstrumentationParticle Accelerators

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development, testing and analysis of superconducting components including HTS tape, cables, joints, coils and magnet systems
Contribute directly to HTS technology development projects, applying your expertise to complex technical challenges
Analyse experimental data and translate findings into actionable improvements
Support the link between testing, design and manufacturing teams
Lead, mentor and develop a team of superconductivity specialists
Allocate work across projects, balancing priorities and capabilities
Build scalable tools, testing methodologies and data analysis approaches
Drive consistent, repeatable ways of working as the team grows
Drive innovation and support intellectual property generation
Contribute to safety case development and lab-based risk assessments
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners
Support the commercialisation of HTS technology

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong background in applied superconductivity
Hands-on experience working with:
- Superconducting materials and systems
- Magnet or coil design, testing or development
- Experimental setups and data analysis
- Practical understanding of cryogenic systems
Experience working on complex engineering or R&D projects
Ability to lead and develop a diverse technical team
Strong written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Commercial awareness and sound engineering judgement
Collaborative, problem-solving mindset
We welcome candidates from industries such as:
- Fusion or advanced energy
- Medical imaging / MRI
- Aerospace or defence
- Scientific instrumentation or particle accelerators
Academic applicants are also welcome
You may currently be a senior engineer or scientist looking to take your first step into team leadership.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary range £75,000 - £85,000 dependent on skills and experience and will be discussed from the outset
Please note this role does offer hybrid working, our model sets out a minimum 60% onsite / 40% home working split. Part time working or job share options will be reviewed on an individual basis.
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and discretionary 3 festive days to be used between Christmas and the New Year)
Company pension scheme
Eligible for company share option scheme
Company bonus scheme, discretionary, dependant on performance
A range of financial benefits including death in service and critical illness cover
Cycle to work scheme