Lead Electrical Engineer – Lighting Systems

Rolls-Royce SMR

. Provide electrical technical leadership for lighting systems across normal, emergency, and escape conditions .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeDerby • United KingdomSenior💰 £60,000 - £78,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical system lifecycle management, particularly in lighting systems for various conditions, while ensuring compliance with UK and European standards. Capable of providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and supporting strategic planning within the electrical discipline.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Lighting System Architecture DevelopmentCompliance With UK And European StandardsElectrical System Lifecycle ManagementSystems Engineering MethodologiesTechnical Leadership And Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Lighting System DesignElectrical Power Distribution SystemsSpecification And AssessmentInstallation And CommissioningTesting And VerificationRisk Assessment And MitigationTechnical Documentation DevelopmentField Experience In Lighting DesignEmergency Lighting SystemsEscape Route Lighting Systems

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTechnical OversightTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

CapellaDOORSPolarion

Certifications & Qualifications

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) ClearanceDisclosure And Barring Service (DBS) CheckBasic Financial Probity Check

Industry Keywords

Regulated IndustryNuclearLighting Codes And StandardsLighting Design PrinciplesStandardisation Of Lighting Solutions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide electrical technical leadership for lighting systems across normal, emergency, and escape conditions
Develop lighting system architecture, specifications, and detailed designs
Assess and substantiate lighting system designs against functional, performance, and safety requirements
Ensure compliance with UK and European lighting standards and regulations
Provide guidance to project designers on lighting design principles, integration, and compliance
Support strategic planning, capability development, and team growth within lighting engineering
Identify risks within lighting design packages and support mitigation strategies
Contribute to policies, procedures, guidelines, design tools, and technical documentation
Represent electrical engineering in meetings, design reviews, working groups, and regulator/supplier dialogue
Drive standardisation of lighting solutions and support a commoditised approach across the SMR programme
Manage and oversee contract partners delivering lighting design or analysis
Mentor less experienced engineers and provide technical direction within the electrical discipline
Act as responsible designer and intelligent customer across the full lighting-system lifecycle
Participate in long-term strategic planning and policy/process development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience across the electrical system lifecycle within a regulated industry; nuclear desirable but not essential
Significant knowledge and experience developing plant lighting systems for normal, emergency/accident, and escape-route conditions
Understanding of lighting codes and standards applicable to the UK and Europe
Experience in the systematic lifecycle of electrical systems, including specification, assessment, verification, testing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance
Good knowledge of electrical power distribution systems and components
Experience with systems engineering methodologies and tools such as Capella, DOORS, and Polarion
Ability to act as an intelligent customer and provide technical oversight of supply chain deliverables
Knowledge of commercial availability and cost considerations for lighting equipment
Practical field experience in lighting design, installation, or commissioning
Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly
Degree in electrical engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience
Applicants required to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required
Satisfactory basic financial probity check required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-related target bonus opportunity of 12.5%
Benefits allowance of £2,200 per annum for a bespoke package
Pension with 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
28 days holiday plus public holidays
Ability to buy or sell up to 4 holiday days
Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover
Life Assurance – 6x pensionable pay
Home Office Support – £250 one-off payment for new starters
Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business
Culture valuing diversity, innovation, and continuous learning