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steptofusion

Systems Engineering Manager - UKIFS

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steptofusion
Leading company in sustainable technology solutions.
Lead systems engineering for STEP prototype fusion plant, ensuring integration of plant-wide systems and delivery of a robust, cohesive design.
21d ago
£77,239
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
South Wheatley, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
1500+ globally Employees
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Role
What you would be doing
subsystem integration
system architecture
mbse vision
process alignment
team leadership
requirements decomposition
  • Manage interface definitions and resolve technical conflicts between subsystems to maintain design integrity.
  • Define and oversee the plant-level system architecture, ensuring seamless integration across all major systems and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
  • Develop and articulate a clear vision for MBSE application within the STEP programme, recognising the unique challenges of fusion plant design.
  • Collaborate with the Head of Engineering Governance to align systems engineering practices with broader engineering standards.
  • Uphold the Seven Principles of Public Life in all aspects of your work.
  • Make informed decisions that balance technical rigour with strategic programme goals.
  • Build and sustain a high-performing team with the skills and mindset needed to deliver complex systems integration.
  • Provide line management and leadership for the Design Authority’s systems engineering team.
  • Ensure the team delivers high-quality system models and engineering outputs aligned with programme needs.
  • Continuously improve MBSE capabilities, tools, and workflows to enhance engineering efficiency and quality.
  • Lead the decomposition and traceability of requirements from plant-level down to subsystem level, ensuring alignment with programme objectives.
  • Support professional development through coaching, mentoring, and training.
  • Lead the development of tools, processes, and procedures to support systems engineering delivery across all IPTs.
  • Define and deliver a systems engineering training and development strategy to build capability across the organisation.
  • Facilitate and participate in technical design reviews and trade-off studies to evaluate alternative solutions and optimise system performance.
  • Lead the development of system models and associated engineering deliverables for the whole plant and major systems.
  • Develop and implement a consistent systems engineering strategy across the entire STEP programme.
  • Serve as the technical authority for system-level decisions, guiding integration and design resolution across the programme.
  • Promote MBSE adoption across all engineering teams, enabling consistent modelling practices and improved collaboration.
  • Act as a cultural ambassador, promoting professionalism, integrity, and ethical behaviour.
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture aligned with UKIFS values.
  • Drive organisational and technical change to embed MBSE across the engineering lifecycle.
What you bring
lifecycle
systems engineering
chartered engineer
incose membership
regulated industries
team management
  • Experience with whole lifecycle systems engineering.
  • Strong communicator and influencer, comfortable working outside of normal organisational boundaries.
  • Technical decision-making and trade-off analysis.
  • Application of MBSE, and specifically a familiarity with SYS-ML.
  • Relevant degree in a recognised STEM subject area.
  • Direct experience in system architecture and design.
  • Experience in application of systems engineering in delivery of large, complex, multi-disciplinary engineering programmes.
  • Demonstrate curiosity, creativity, and resilience in solving complex engineering challenges.
  • Professional registration as Chartered Engineer.
  • Membership/Accreditation with INCOSE.
  • Experience in highly regulated or safety-critical industries.
  • Proven engineering leader, with experience managing systems engineering teams.
Benefits
  • Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
  • Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays.
  • Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
  • Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,
  • Wide range of career development opportunities.
  • Flexible working options including family friendly policies.
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