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Magnet Development Engineering Intern

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Oxford Instruments

May 1, 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
  • Oxford

Requirements

  • Education / Qualifications:
  • Current undergraduate student on physics, natural science or engineering degree course, ideally in second or third year
  • Experience/ Knowledge:
  • Familiarity with how to access and read data from academic journals ideally physics related
  • Basic knowledge of how physical materials properties, including superconductivity, vary with temperature and magnetic field
  • Practical experience of carrying out laboratory experiments, ideally physics including the use of magnetic fields and/or cryogens
  • Familiarity with spreadsheet and word processing software for simple data analysis and reporting, ideally MS Excel and MS Word
  • Skills/ Abilities:
  • Ability to communicate and work collaboratively within a team
  • Ability to work independently on defined tasks to set deadlines, but willingness to seek clarification if in doubt
  • Ability to analyse physical materials data
  • Ability to understand and follow practical instructions safely and methodically
  • Ability to document processes undertaken and present results

Responsibilities

  • Locating up-to-date academic reference papers as sources for relevant materials data
  • Identifying and processing up-to-date materials data from superconducting wire suppliers for use in quench models
  • Collating materials data in a format suitable for inclusion in existing quench models
  • Checking updated materials data and comparing against existing data sets
  • Assisting Development Engineers with experimental testing of magnet development prototypes
  • Involvement with analysis of experimental data
  • Working collaboratively with other team members, especially Senior Development Engineers and Scientific Programmer
  • Maintaining confidentiality of company proprietary software, hardware, designs and processes
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Oxford Instruments

Oxford Instruments is a leading provider of high technology products, systems and tools for research and industry.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1959
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Oxford Instruments is a leading provider of high-technology tools and systems for research and industry. With a focus on innovation and precision, Oxford Instruments offers a diverse portfolio of scientific instruments, including electron microscopes, X-ray systems, spectroscopy tools, and nanotechnology solutions. These instruments are used by researchers, engineers, and manufacturers worldwide for materials analysis, nanofabrication, and advanced imaging applications across various fields, including materials science, life sciences, and semiconductor manufacturing.

Culture & Values

  • Inclusive

    By seeking out different perspectives and diverse collaboration, we deliver better solutions and lasting success

  • Innovative

    Through our knowledge, expertise and focused curiosity, we create new possibilities for ourselves and for our customers

  • Trusted

    We build successful, long-term relationships based on accountability, integrity and respect

  • Purposeful

    We care, and our passion and commitment drive positive change in the world