💼 Full-Time Position

Principal Technologist

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UK Atomic Energy Authority
📍 Whitehaven, England, United Kingdom
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Location
Whitehaven, United Kingdom
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Posted
June 06, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Job Description

The salary for this role is £71,815 (inclusive of a Specialist Allowance). Onsite working is expected for a minimum of 3 days each week, however, we actively support requests for flexible working. 

This role is based at the following site:  Whitehaven, Cumbria

This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open source data. 

The Role

We are looking for a Principal Technologist to act as a technical expert, providing leadership on complex tooling and equipment for remotely operated robotic systems used in nuclear decommissioning. You will work across the full lifecycle, including research, development, design, demonstration, and deploym...