Lead Engineer - Electrical Systems Analysis

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.

About the Role

The Electrical Systems function is responsible for defining and delivering the electrical infrastructure that underpins the SMR power station. Electrical Systems Analysis plays a critical role in supporting concept development, design maturation and technical assurance across the plant lifecycle. As a Lead Engineer – Electrical Systems Analysis, you will provide technical expertise across the lifecycle of electrical systems, focusing on leading system studies and defining analysis methods to support robust engineering decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electrical system models to support analysis and design maturation.
• Perform and review electrical studies, including steady‑state and dynamic system analysis.
• Support concept evaluation, requirement validation and design decision‑making.
• Produce high‑quality calculations, assumption registers and substantiation reports.
• Present analysis outputs and recommendations at design reviews.
• Identify and communicate risks, uncertainties, assumptions and design margins.
• Act as an intelligent customer for specialist analysis delivered by partners or suppliers.
• Support verification, technical assurance and safety case development activities.
• Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance and mentoring to other engineers.

Key Skills

• Strong experience in electrical power system analysis across HV and LV systems.
• Experience developing, using and interpreting electrical system models.
• Experience performing studies to support design development and substantiation.
• Knowledge of electrical sub‑disciplines such as protection, earthing, generation, distribution or battery systems.
• Strong understanding of analysis tools, codes, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience using analysis software and producing robust technical outputs.
• Experience with data integration, modelling consistency and traceability.
• Ability to use scripting or automation to improve analysis efficiency (desirable).
• Understanding of systems‑engineering principles, including requirements and interface management.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to stakeholders.
• Proven technical leadership capability, including reviewing outputs and mentoring engineers.
• Experience within nuclear is beneficial; candidates from Defence, Aerospace, Rail, Automotive or Oil & Gas are also encouraged.

Qualifications

• Degree‑qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).

Location

Hybrid working with one of the following as your primary site: Derby, Manchester or Warrington.

Salary and Package

Salary band £60,000 – £78,750, depending on skills, values and knowledge.

Benefits include:

• Bonus – performance‑related target opportunity up to 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 the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
• Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover.
• Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay.
• Home Office Support – £250 one‑off payment for new starters.

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 can thrive.

The closing date for this role is 14th June 2026.