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.
The Electrical Engineering team at Rolls‑Royce SMR is responsible for delivering the complete design of electrical systems that support safe and reliable operation of the power station. Generator systems are essential components of this portfolio, providing resilient, safety‑critical power capability and demanding high engineering standards throughout their lifecycle.
As a Lead Engineer for Generator Systems, you will provide technical expertise across the lifecycle of Standby Generator systems for the SMR nuclear power plant. This includes delivering the complete design of the Standby Generator systems — spanning system architecture, sub‑system design, equipment specification and design/selection — to realise the final verified design of the power station.
You will achieve this by working closely with engineering teams across the power station and applying a structured systems engineering approach to ensure safety, performance and regulatory compliance.
You will translate high‑level requirements into generator system specifications, ensure adherence to international standards (such as IEC 63046, IEC 63332 and SSG‑34), and lead the development of verification and validation plans to demonstrate system compliance.
The role also involves supporting safety case development, contributing to procurement, operations and maintenance considerations, and providing electrical technical leadership in support of the team manager. You may also coach and mentor less experienced engineers and provide technical direction to others within the electrical capability.
We know there’s no such thing as the ‘perfect’ candidate. If you meet around 75% of the criteria below, we’d love to hear from you:
We welcome applicants from varied levels of experience and from across regulated industries.
Hybrid working with one of the following locations as your primary site: Derby, Manchester or Warrington
The salary band for this will be between £63,600–£83,500 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:
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.
The closing date for this role is 8th June 2026. The process will then consist of an introductory call with the Talent Acquisition Partner, with interviews able to start straight away.
Pay Range:
£60,000.00-

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
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