Engineer - Plant Performance

Rolls-Royce SMR

Derby, United Kingdom
Base: £42,000 – £55,150; bonus/equity: performance...
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Thermodynamic performance analysis
Energy conversion systems
Steady-state and transient analysis
** Rolls-Royce SMR is seeking an Engineer - Plant Performance to join their Performance & Analysis team, focusing on optimizing the operation of nuclear power stations. The role involves analyzing plant performance, collaborating with engineering teams, and contributing to robust design practices. **

Job Summary

  • As an Engineer – Plant Performance, you will analyse the whole‑plant performance of the nuclear power station, covering the complete energy conversion system.
  • Your outputs will support periodic plant‑performance assessments aligned with design iterations across the programme, providing validated performance data that feeds into system and component design.
  • Benefits include a performance-related bonus, a benefits allowance, and a competitive pension scheme.

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** Rolls-Royce SMR is seeking an Engineer - Plant Performance to join their Performance & Analysis team, focusing on optimizing the operation of nuclear power stations. The role involves analyzing plant performance, collaborating with engineering teams, and contributing to robust design practices. **

Salary

Base: £42,000 – £55,150; Bonus/Equity: Performance-related target opportunity 12.5%; Benefits: £2,200 benefits allowance, 12% employer pension, 28 days holiday + public holidays, Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Home Office Support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Thermodynamic performance analysis
  • Energy conversion systems
  • Steady-state and transient analysis
  • Analysis model development and maintenance
  • Fluid dynamics and thermal processes
  • Quality assurance and validation

Nice-to-have

  • Probabilistic performance methods
  • Uncertainty quantification
  • Nuclear industry experience
  • Safety-critical industries experience

Key Requirements

  • Degree-qualified in engineering, physics, mathematics or similar
  • Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership
  • Experience applying structured and methodical approaches
  • Experience using industry-standard thermal or fluid analysis tools
  • Familiarity with benchmarking and performance KPIs
  • BPSS clearance, DBS check, and financial probity check required

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