Lead Engineer – Electrical Systems, Site Specific Design

Rolls-Royce SMR

. Lead electrical engineering delivery for site-specific SMR design variants .

Posted 10/5/2026full-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 Engineering with a strong focus on site-specific design variants, compliance with electrical standards, and systems engineering principles. Capable of leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring engineers, and effectively communicating complex technical information.

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Electrical Engineering DegreeElectrical Systems Lifecycle ManagementSystems Engineering PrinciplesNuclear Industry ExperienceDesign Change Management

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Hard Skills

Electrical System ArchitectureVerification and ValidationRequirements ManagementConfiguration ControlDesign TraceabilityElectrical DistributionProtection SystemsInstallation and CommissioningTesting and AssessmentBatteries

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentoring EngineersClear Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

NuclearDefenceAerospaceRailAutomotiveOil & Gas

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead electrical engineering delivery for site-specific SMR design variants
Maintain alignment between site-specific designs and the generic design baseline
Assess site-specific requirements, assumptions, constraints and interfaces
Translate plant, operational, safety and site requirements into electrical system specifications
Provide technical leadership across system owners, component owners and interfacing disciplines
Ensure site-specific electrical designs remain compliant with applicable requirements and standards
Support systems engineering activities including requirements management, interfaces, assumptions and traceability
Define and support verification and validation activities for site-specific electrical requirements
Support design reviews, technical assurance and configuration control activities
Act as an intelligent customer for partner and supply chain electrical design activities
Provide design evidence to support safety case, licensing and regulatory activities
Support procurement, construction, commissioning, operations and maintenance activities affected by site-specific design decisions
Coach and mentor engineers across the Electrical Systems team
Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate site-specific designs
Support UK or Czech nuclear programmes depending on the role

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related discipline
Candidates with equivalent knowledge and experience will also be considered
Strong experience across the electrical systems lifecycle, including specification, design, assessment, verification, testing, installation, commissioning and maintenance
Experience working on complex electrical systems within highly regulated industries such as Nuclear, Defence, Aerospace, Rail, Automotive or Oil & Gas
Knowledge of electrical system architecture, protection systems, earthing, electrical distribution, generation systems and batteries
Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements management, interface management, configuration control, verification and validation, and design traceability
Experience managing design changes and assessing impacts across engineering disciplines
Knowledge of relevant electrical standards and codes
Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering activities and influencing technical decisions
Experience acting as an intelligent customer for supplier and partner deliverables
Ability to mentor and develop engineers
Experience with international nuclear projects, grid integration, site licensing or regulatory engagement activities would be advantageous
Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to stakeholders
Required to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
Required to satisfactorily complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Required to satisfactorily complete a basic financial probity check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-related bonus target opportunity up to 12.5%
Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum for a bespoke package
Pension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
28 days holiday plus public holidays
Ability to buy or sell up to 5 holiday days
Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover
Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay
Home Office Support – £250 one-off payment for new starters
Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Opportunities for career growth
Continuous learning opportunities