Nuclear Reactor Materials & Chemistry Engineer
(Verification & Testing)
Make a difference with
a world class company
As part of the rapid growth of Rolls-Royce SMR Ltd, an exciting
opportunity has arisen for talented engineers to join its Development
Engineering organisation to drive the design Verification and Validation
programme.
The role of the Nuclear Reactor Materials & Chemistry Engineer
provides a unique opportunity to work on the development of a new nuclear power
station design that will contribute to the global reduction of carbon
emissions. The role could be based out of Rolls-Royce SMR’s Derby or Warrington
offices, with opportunities for hybrid working.
About
Rolls-Royce SMR:
Rolls-Royce SMR is a new business, specifically created to design,
construct and deliver a new fleet of Small Modular Reactor power plants that
will play a key role on the race to Net Zero, as well as providing energy
security. Created through Rolls-Royce’s
passion for engineering excellence, this is an exciting new business which
expects to become a leading player in the future of energy.
Rolls-Royce SMR has a start-up mentality, with a
high performing team that drives for efficiency and innovation in everything
they do – and will provide a rewarding career for those who want to be bold and
create a legacy.
About
the Role:
You will be the focal
point for Materials & Chemistry for the power station’s Verification and
Validation programme.
The Verification & Validation
approach is based on Systems Engineering principles, which have been proven
worldwide as a key to delivering highly complex products. Using these principles, you will work with design
engineers and materials and chemistry specialists to develop verification strategies
that set out the activities needed to show the design meets its requirements. As
part of this you will need to consider pre-existing test data from previous
sources.
Where new experimental testing is required, you will provide
both technical leadership and project management of those test programmes,
which we expect to perform in the supply chain using some world-leading
testing/research laboratories.
About You:
You will have:
Key Responsibilities of the Role will be:
Applying technical knowledge to act as an Intelligent Customer
when discussing methods of verification with design engineers and vendors. Defining Materials & Chemistry test
programmes where required to provide verification evidence. Planning and
managing those test programmes, which are likely to be conducted within the
supply chain. Reviewing/auditing Materials & Chemistry verification
activities conducted both internally and externally in the supply chain, to the
highest standards of quality. Collating Materials & Chemistry-related verification evidence
and using it to assess design compliance to requirements. Representing
the Plant Verification Manager at technical and programme reviews.
Benefits and Work Conditions: A range of flexible benefits are available to
choose from, enabling you to create a bespoke package to suit your needs. Travel: the location of work can be either Derby
or Warrington. Flexible working / hybrid and remote working
patterns are available with agreement. Working hours are 37.5 hrs per week with some
additional hours as and when required. Rolls-Royce SMR are an equal opportunities
employer.
For further information on this opportunity, please contact Molly Brown on 02392 603030 or email molly.brown@blueprintrecruit.com
Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.