Overview

Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Electrical Systems
Flexible location – Derby, Warrington, / Hybrid
GBP48,000 – GBP62,500 + Excellent benefits

We are Rolls–Royce SMR, and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry – and that's a once–in–a–career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job this is a legacy.

We are now recruiting for the exciting role Senior Electrical Design Engineer to be involved in delivering an industry leading, cutting edge design project for a new type of power station. Provide technical expertise across the lifecycle of Electrical Systems for the SMR nuclear power plant. This covers the delivery of the complete design of the Electrical systems, spanning system architecture, sub–system design and equipment specification and design / selection to realise the final verified design of the power station. You will do this by working closely with the engineering teams from across the power station and applying a structured systems engineering approach to design.

Responsibilities

• Translate high–level electrical requirements into validated system/component designs.
• Design and implement electrical solutions that meet project needs, ensuring testability and compliance.
• Collaborate with verification teams to define and carry out testing activities.
• Use modelling and simulation to confirm functional performance and compliance with requirements.
• Represent electrical engineering in project teams, technical reviews, and with external stakeholders (including regulators and customers).
• Work across multidisciplinary teams to drive standardisation and best practice.
• Identify and mitigate risks while supporting long–term planning and strategy.
• Desirable: previous experience within the nuclear industry; otherwise a proven record of working across the electrical system lifecycle in a regulated industry (e.g., Nuclear, Defence, Aerospace, Rail, Automotive, Oil & Gas, etc.).
• Note: there is a statement about meeting 75% of requirements; interested candidates who meet this threshold are encouraged to apply.

What we're looking for

You'll bring a strong background in electrical engineering and a proven ability to work across the full design lifecycle – from specification through to installation, commissioning, and maintenance of safety–critical electrical systems.

• Experience in electrical power distribution systems and components, supported by knowledge of common electrical design codes and standards.
• A track record of developing design solutions from concept to detailed design, using robust processes and trade–off studies to deliver optimum outcomes.
• Familiarity with systems engineering methodologies, ideally including Model–Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) applied to control and instrumentation (C&I) systems.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to apply appropriate methods to justify and underpin design solutions.
• Excellent communication skills – you can take complex information and present it in a clear, compelling way to colleagues, stakeholders, and regulators.

Pay and benefits

We anticipate paying a salary of between GBP48,000 – GBP62,500 (DOE) plus:

• Bonus – Performance–related bonus of up to 12.5%
• Benefits Allowance – GBP2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
• Pension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
• Holidays – 28 days (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days
• Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover healthcare
• Life Assurance – 6x pensionable pay
• GBP250 one–off payment for new starters for home office purchases

Culture

We are Rolls–Royce SMR is a rare employer that blends the world–class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start–up that has a hugely challenging mission. We're doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. The start–up mentality coupled with our strengths–approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies. Our culture emphasises diverse, inclusive teams where people can thrive and contribute their best.

Application Process

Due to safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening, including:

• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check

If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require reasonable adjustments, please contact to arrange a confidential conversation with a recruitment partner.