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Department: Engineering - EC&I
Location: Derby, Manchester, Warrington
Employment type: Full-time
Salary: £48,000 - £62,500
Closing date: 11/08/2025
Role Related
Role Title: Senior C&I Modelling and Simulation Engineer
Location: Derby, Manchester, Warrington
We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. 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 of Senior C&I Modelling and Simulation Engineer, to be involved in industry leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of power station.
The Senior C&I Modelling & Simulation Engineer will be involved in the development, validation and verification of software simulation models of the nuclear power plant and C&I systems using suitable modelling tools, and software validation and verification techniques. The role will support the integration of simulation models within an overall simulation model architecture. The simulation model will be used to support C&I design activities and validation and verification of C&I functional requirements. The role will support the development of the modelling and simulation, and validation and verification environments, policies, procedures, and tool sets.
Key Results & What can be achieved in the role
- Planning model development work within an agile framework.
- Development of the modelling and simulation and validation and verification environments, policies, procedures, and tool sets.
- Development of simulation model architectures and integration of system component models.
- Development of models and simulations suitable for C&I design activities and validation and verification of C&I functional requirements.
- Development of models, custom code and simulations suitable for real-time and accelerated simulation of nuclear power plant and C&I systems.
- Validation of Integration of Software models into simulation model architectures.
- Liaising with other disciplines to understand functional performance capabilities of components of the system to facilitate effective C&I design.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Key Selection Criteria
Systems Engineering:
- Concept Generation and Selection
- Managing Complex Data
- Decision Making
- Requirements Management
Knowledge and understanding of relevant aspects of software engineering design and development:
- Experience of working in an agile development environment
- Experience in dynamic modelling using any platform (e.g. MATLAB, Simulink, etc.)
- Experience in software development using common programming languages
- Experience in dynamic/mathematical modelling and validation
- Experience in software verification and validation
- Experience in hardware/software integration is desirable
Knowledge and understanding of:
- Control Theory and Control Laws
- Control Systems Design
Knowledge of nuclear or other high integrity industries:
- Knowledge and experience of complex safety critical systems or industrial process plants
- Knowledge of Functional Safety standards such as IEC 61508 and 61513 is beneficial
- Experience in Nuclear Power Plant Operation, Dynamics, Modelling, and Simulation is highly beneficial
Cross-functional collaboration for design development:
- Experience in working with a range of functions, including technical and non-technical supporting functions
- Experience in working with partner/supplier/customer organisations
- Able to work well in a diverse team
Pay And Benefits
We anticipate paying a salary of between £48,000 - £62,500 DOE plus:-
- Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 12.5%
- Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
- Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
- Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
- Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
- Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
- £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases
Company Related
We are Rolls-Royce SMR
Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it 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. Because of our mission, there’s a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.
We’re one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.
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.
Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues
Our Culture
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.
Our Application Process
Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:
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
