Lead Engineer - Materials Database And Standards

Rolls-Royce SMR

Derby, United Kingdom
Base: £60,000-£78,750; bonus: performance related ...
Hybrid
Materials science or metallurgy degree
Asme materials requirements knowledge
Nuclear regulated environment experience
This role involves leading the development and long-term governance of the RR SMR materials database to support safe and reliable reactor performance

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading the development and long-term governance of the RR SMR materials database to support safe and reliable reactor performance.
  • The position requires sourcing, verifying, and validating materials data with full traceability back to original test records and qualification evidence.
  • Candidates will benefit from a hybrid working arrangement across Derby, Warrington, or Manchester locations with a salary between £60,000-£78,750.

Matching Summary

This role involves leading the development and long-term governance of the RR SMR materials database to support safe and reliable reactor performance.

Salary

Base: £60,000-£78,750; Bonus: Performance related up to 12.5%; Benefits: £2200 allowance, 12% pension contribution, 28 days holiday

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Materials Science or Metallurgy degree
  • ASME materials requirements knowledge
  • Nuclear regulated environment experience
  • Large dataset structuring and validation
  • ALARP and safety case principles

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with digital twin technologies
  • Strong collaboration with software providers
  • Coaching and guiding engineering colleagues
  • Familiarity with PLM/ERP environments

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemistry
  • Significant practical experience in nuclear or highly regulated environments
  • Proven ability to ensure data traceability and technical adequacy

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