Rolls-Royce Smr
Develops factory‑built small modular nuclear reactors delivering low‑carbon, affordable energy at scale
3 hours ago
$48,000 - $63,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Derby, England, United Kingdom | Manchester, England, United Kingdom | Warrington, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
verification strategy
safety case
regulatory reporting
evidence review
technical interface
work package
The Development Engineering organisation is responsible for providing data and evidence to support the power station design through verification, testing, demonstration, and research programmes. This spans nuclear engineering as well as broader engineering and operations functions required for a major infrastructure project.
As a Senior V&V Engineer you will own complex, safety‑critical or business‑critical areas of the power station, developing a comprehensive verification strategy and collaborating with design leads and technical specialists to execute it. Throughout the verification lifecycle you will confirm design compliance, mentor other engineers, and ensure rigorous technical reviews for quality and consistency.
You will lead verification and validation work packages, develop and execute strategies aligned to business and regulatory expectations, assess evidence to determine compliance, and provide mentorship and high‑quality technical reviews across the V&V team. In addition, you will represent V&V in discussions with suppliers, customers, specialists, and regulators, managing technical interfaces to deliver coherent solutions.
- Develop verification and validation strategies within your area of responsibility
- Act as an intelligent customer for V&V of the plant and Rolls‑Royce SMR business
- Support verification and validation of the safety case
- Produce reports for regulatory bodies and present them to regulators
- Define objectives and requirements for verification activities (rig tests, analyses) and align with delivery teams
- Review, audit and collect evidence of verification activities across internal and supply‑chain sources
- Collate evidence to assess compliance with requirements
- Manage technical interfaces across functions to ensure coherent solutions
- Lead verification and validation work packages for complex structures, systems or components
- Assess evidence and determine compliance with design requirements
- Mentor, coach and provide high‑quality technical reviews for the V&V team
- Represent V&V in discussions with suppliers, customers, technical specialists and regulators
- Complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Requirements
bpss
financial check
verification validation
modular steel
hazard design
engineering degree
The role requires experience in verification and validation of civil, structural or mechanical systems, preferably in a safety‑critical, highly regulated environment. Desired expertise includes modular steel or concrete structures, design for fire/blast/missile/seismic hazards, performance testing, and project management, as well as strong communication, stakeholder influence, and analytical skills. A degree‑level engineering qualification recognised by a professional body is required.
The selection process closes on 8 February 2026, beginning with an introductory call with the Talent Acquisition Partner followed by short‑listing and first‑round interviews. Applicants will undergo additional security screening, including BPSS clearance, DBS check, and a basic financial probity check.
- Obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
- Complete a basic financial probity check
Benefits
The position is hybrid, with the primary site in Derby, Manchester or Warrington, and offers a salary band of £48,000–£63,000 depending on experience and skill. Additional compensation includes a performance‑related bonus, benefits allowance, pension contributions, 28 days of holiday, private medical cover, life assurance, and a home‑office setup allowance.
Rolls‑Royce SMR is committed to an inclusive, transparent, and innovative workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, including those with transferable skills, and aim to provide a supportive environment where diverse teams can thrive and drive better results.
- Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
- Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business
Training + Development
Interview process
- introductory call with the talent acquisition partner
- shortlisting of candidates
- first‑round interviews
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- baseline personnel security standard (bpss) clearance
- disclosure and barring service (dbs) check
- basic financial probity check
Overview
470 MWe
Nuclear Reactor Capacity
Output capacity of the pressurized water reactors designed by the company.
90% factory-built
Manufacturing Efficiency
Modules are almost entirely constructed in factories, reducing on-site complexity.
June 2025
Regulatory Milestone
The company successfully passed early regulatory milestones and won the UK government’s SMR competition.
1 million homes
Energy Supply
Each reactor is capable of powering a million homes for 60 years.
- A team of 15 engineers at Rolls‑Royce began designing a compact, scalable nuclear solution in 2016.
- Blends decades of naval reactor experience with advanced manufacturing.
- Modules are nearly 90% factory‑built across 1,500 parts, then shipped and assembled on site—cutting costs, time and complexity.
- The company uses a boron-free primary circuit, eliminating toxic boric acid and reducing water use and waste.
- Backed by strategic investors and partners like ČEZ and Siemens Energy to support global rollout.
- Positions itself as a repeatable, investable product offering dependable 'always-on' clean energy to grids and industries.
Culture + Values
- Innovative and forward-thinking.
- Focused on safety, quality, and integrity.
- Committed to delivering customer success.
- Collaboration and teamwork across functions and regions.
- A culture of continuous learning and development.
- Driving a performance culture with a focus on results.
- Empowering employees to make decisions and take responsibility.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving Net Zero by the year 2050, aligning with global sustainability targets.
- Focus on reducing carbon emissions through advanced nuclear technology.
- Development of compact, small modular reactors (SMRs) to provide cleaner, low-carbon energy.
- Sustainability goals to align with international frameworks such as the Paris Agreement.
- Supporting the UK government’s energy transition strategy with clean, reliable energy solutions.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Striving for greater gender balance in the workforce.
- Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment.
- Empowering diverse talent to contribute at all levels of the organization.