Lead Electrical Engineer – Generator Systems
We are Rolls‑Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. This is a once‑in‑a‑career opportunity.
Role Overview
The Electrical Engineering team at Rolls‑Royce SMR delivers the complete design of electrical systems that support safe and reliable operation of the power station. Generator systems are essential components, providing resilient, safety‑critical power capability throughout their lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical expertise across the lifecycle of Standby Generator systems for the SMR nuclear power plant.
- Deliver the complete design of Standby Generator systems – spanning system architecture, sub‑system design, equipment specification and selection.
- Translate high‑level requirements into generator system specifications and ensure adherence to international standards such as IEC 63046, IEC 63332 and SSG‑34.
- Lead the development of verification and validation plans and define test plans to demonstrate compliance.
- Support safety case development, procurement, operations and maintenance considerations.
- Provide electrical technical leadership in support of the team manager, coach and mentor junior engineers, and give technical direction within the electrical discipline.
Key Skills & Qualifications
- Experience across the lifecycle of generator systems in a highly regulated sector; nuclear industry experience desirable but not essential.
- Deep knowledge of generator system design, including specification, assessment, verification, testing, installation, commissioning and maintenance.
- Expertise in one or more relevant sub‑disciplines such as generator integration, protection systems, earthing systems or electrical distribution.
- Strong understanding of designing systems functionally resilient to faults (redundancy and diversity principles).
- Knowledge and experience of applying industry standards (IEC 63046, IEC 63332) and associated regulatory frameworks.
- Experience applying structured systems engineering methodologies, including MBSE.
- Strong communication skills for interpreting and presenting complex technical information to regulators.
- Ability to provide technical oversight and act as an intelligent customer for supply chain activities.
- Degree‑level qualification in electrical, electronics or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
Location
Hybrid working with one of the following primary sites: Derby, Manchester or Warrington.
Salary & Benefits
Salary band: £63,600–£83,500 depending on skills, values, and knowledge.
- Performance‑related bonus up to 12.5%.
- Benefits Allowance £2,200 per annum for a bespoke package.
- Pension: 12% employer, 6% employee contributions.
- 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) with possibility to buy or sell up to 4 days.
- Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover.
- Life Assurance – 6x pensionable pay.
- Home Office Support – £250 one‑off payment for new starters.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices.
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