Job Description

Role Title: Lead Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer
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 Control & Instrumentation Engineer to be involved in delivering an industry-leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of nuclear power station.
About the Role:
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 process control, instrumentation, and data management systems spanning system architecture, sub-system design, and component specification and selection to realise the final verified design of the power station.
You will work closely with engineering teams across the power station and apply a structured systems engineering approach to design.
Key aspects of the role include:Translate high-level requirements into specifications for C&I systems Work with C&I Functional Architects to define system design and implementation requirements Liaise with other disciplines to ensure functional performance capabilities are understood and integrated Assess and substantiate that design specifications meet requirements Ensure compliance with international standards (IEC 61513, IEC 61226, IEC 61508) Produce verification and validation plans and define test plans to demonstrate compliance Support planning and implementation of policies and procedures related to the C&I lifecycle Ensure optimum solutions for the SMR Nuclear Power Plant across procurement, operations, and maintenance Contribute to safety case production and liaise with regulators and independent nuclear safety assessors

We'll Need You To:Provide technical leadership across C&I system design and lifecycle Act as an intelligent customer and oversee technical outputs Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions Ensure compliance with safety case and regulatory requirements Deliver high-quality technical documentation and reports

Key Skills Required:Deep knowledge and experience across specification, design, verification, testing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of safety or process-critical C&I systems Practical experience applying IEC 61508, IEC 61226, IEC 61513 and relevant regulations Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies Proven track record of providing technical oversight and acting as an intelligent customer Ability to present complex information clearly to stakeholders, including regulators Degree in electrical, electronics, instrumentation, control systems, or mechatronics (or equivalent experience)

Location:
Hybrid working with one of the following locations as your primary site: Derby, Manchester or Warrington.
Salary and Package:
The salary band for this will be between 61,920-81,270 dependent on the skills, values, and knowledge you bring. There may be some flexibility with the starting salary in exceptional cases, and, in due course, there is the potential for you to develop the role further.
Benefits include:Bonus - Performance-related target opportunity 12.5% Benefits Allowance - 2,200 per annum for a bespoke package Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions Holidays - 28 days (+ public holidays) with ability to buy or sell up to 4 days Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay Home Office Support - 250 one-off payment for new starters

You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer a flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment, opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business, and a culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.
Selection Process:
The closing date for this role is 1st February 2026. The process will then consist of an introductory call with the Talent Acquisition Partner, and we anticipate shortlisting and first-round interviews to take place by week commencing 9th February.
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Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch - we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Our Application Process

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