Senior Human Factors Engineer – Nuclear Systems and Safety Engineering

Rolls-Royce SMR

. Lead Human Factors activities across key areas of the SMR programme .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeDerby • United KingdomSenior💰 £50,650 - £66,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Human Factors principles within regulated industries, focusing on system safety, security, and operability. Capable of collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to influence design decisions and enhance user experience.

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Human Factors PrinciplesRegulated Industry ExperienceAnalytical SkillsStakeholder EngagementEngineering Project Delivery

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Hard Skills

Human FactorsSafety CasesAssurance ActivitiesComplex Problem-SolvingTechnical CommunicationDesign MaturityRegulatory EngagementUser Experience ImprovementEvidence DevelopmentTechnical Insight

Soft Skills

CollaborationInfluencingCoachingMentoringCuriosity

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

NuclearDefenceAerospaceRailEnergyOil and GasOperational EnvironmentsMultidisciplinary TeamsTechnical OutputsStakeholder Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Human Factors activities across key areas of the SMR programme
Partner with engineering and specialist teams to embed Human Factors considerations into design decisions
Support development of evidence demonstrating system safety, security and operability
Provide technical insight to shape complex engineering solutions and improve user experience
Build stakeholder relationships across the programme, influence decisions and drive alignment
Produce high-quality technical outputs and communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences
Support growth of the Human Factors capability through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing
Contribute from early concept development through design maturity and regulatory engagement
Collaborate with specialists across design, operations, safety, security and environmental disciplines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience applying Human Factors principles within a regulated or safety-critical industry such as nuclear, defence, aerospace, rail, energy or oil and gas
Strong understanding of how people, technology and processes interact within complex operational environments
Experience contributing to the delivery of engineering projects, safety cases or assurance activities
Ability to work confidently across multidisciplinary teams, building credibility and influencing stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate complex challenges into practical solutions
Degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant industry experience
Collaborative mindset, curiosity to learn and desire to make a meaningful impact
Ability to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 12.5%
Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum
Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
28 days holiday (+ public holidays)
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
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Opportunities for learning, professional development, career growth and long-term career progression
Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning