Lead Control and Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer

Lead Control and Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer
Location: Derby, Warrington or Manchester / Hybrid
Salary: £57,600 - £75,600 + Excellent benefits

We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.

We are now recruiting for a Lead C&I Engineer to be involved in delivering an industry leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of nuclear power station.

What we're looking for

As the Lead C&I Engineer, you will provide technical expertise across the lifecycle of C&I Systems for the SMR nuclear power plant. This covers the delivery of the complete design of the Control and Instrumentation systems, spanning system architecture, sub-system design and equipment specification and design / selection to realise the final verified design of the power station. You will do this by working closely with the engineering teams from across the power station and applying a structured systems engineering approach to design.

• Working with Process Engineers to translate high level requirements into a specification for Control and Instrumentation (C&I) systems.

• Liaise with other disciplines to understand functional performance capabilities of components and systems to facilitate effective system design.

• Assess and substantiate that the design specification meets the requirements.

• Ensuring compliance against international standards in particular, IEC 61513, IEC61226 and IEC61508.

• Produce Validation Plans and define test plans demonstrate that the C&I system requirements have been satisfied.

• Support to planning and implementation of policies and procedures related to the life cycle of C&I systems.

• Ensure that optimum solutions are provided for the RR SMR Nuclear Power Plant by supporting the procurement, operations, and maintenance aspects of the equipment.

• Contribute to the production of safety cases and provide support in liaising with regulators and independent nuclear safety assessors.

As we strive to find the best fit for this position, we are seeking individuals with a minimum level of experience, training, and qualification. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as the ‘perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Key selection criteria for this role are:

Comprehensive C&I System Design Proficiency
Deep knowledge and experience in the systematic design lifecycle of a C&I system including specification, design, assessment, verification, testing, installation, commissioning and maintenance of safety or process critical C&I systems. This together with a good understanding of the principles of designing systems to be functionally resilient to faults (such as redundancy and diversity) would be beneficial.

Adherence to Industry Standards
Knowledge and experience of relevant industry standards for systems important to safety (e.g. IEC 61508, IEC 61226, IEC 61513).
Knowledge, understanding and practical experience of applying relevant regulations to a wide range of C&I systems.

Application of Advanced System Methodologies
Knowledge and experience of applying systems engineering methodologies including Model Based Systems Engineering to C&I systems.

Effective Stakeholder Communication
Experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders. including regulatory bodies.

Technical Oversight Proficiency
Proven track record of providing technical leadership in C&I discipline with an ability to provide technical oversight of the work carried out by others i.e. discharging the intelligent customer role.


Training & Qualification Requirements

• Hold a degree level qualification in one or more of the engineering disciplines of electrical, electronics, instrumentation, control systems, mechatronics, physics or computer science.
• Applicants without a degree who can nevertheless demonstrate suitable experience may also be considered.

Pay and Benefits

We anticipate paying a salary of between £57,600 - £75,600 (DOE) plus:-

• Bonus - Performance related bonus of up to 12.5%

• Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package

• Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.

• Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the 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

We are Rolls-Royce SMR

Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission. We're doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there's a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.

We're one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we're a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.

The start-up mentality coupled with our strengths-approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies.

Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues

Our Culture

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.

Our Application Process

The recruitment process for this vacancy is being handled by Morson Talent, the official recruitment partner to RR SMR. By applying to this vacancy you are consenting to have your personal information shared with Morson Talent. Your details will only be handled in conjunction with RR SMR opportunities.

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:

• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check

Your candidate experience is at the utmost importance to us. If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. being able to apply in a different format), please contact to arrange a confidential conversation with a recruitment partner.

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