Nuclear Core Physics Opportunities - Submarines

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear industry offers exciting Reactor Physics opportunities in Derby. Candidates at all levels are welcome, from recent graduates to senior physicists. The role includes designing reactor cores and supporting the UK submarine fleet. An inclusive culture and excellent development opportunities are provided, along with a competitive salary and exceptional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Exceptional Benefits

Employee Support Assistance

Discounts

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in engineering, physics, or related scientific subject.
• Experience in reactor physics or the nuclear industry.

Responsibilities

• Designing and substantiating reactor cores using deterministic and stochastic methods.
• Supporting the manufacture of reactor cores.
• Researching and developing new improvements in reactor physics.

Skills

Analytical Mindset

Critical Thinking

Effective Communication

Education

Relevant Degree (undergraduate, master's, or PhD)

Job description

Job Description

Nuclear Core Physics Opportunities

Full time

Location: Derby, Raynesway

A range of exciting Reactor Physics opportunities are available within Reactor Engineering at Rolls-Royce Submarines, for physicists at all stages of their career.

Why Rolls-Royce?

Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build, and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.

We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting, and connecting people everywhere.

We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future, and we need people like you to join us on this journey.

We'll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, offering opportunities for growth and making a difference.

What we offer

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits including bonus, employee support assistance, and discounts.

Our hybrid working model allows flexibility between the office, home, or other remote locations, with an expectation of attending the workplace approximately three days per week for collaboration and specific tasks.

What you will be doing

Core Physics roles include:

1. Designing and substantiating reactor cores using deterministic and stochastic methods.
2. Supporting the manufacture of reactor cores.
3. Designing experiments and performing measurements in our zero-energy critical benchmarking facility.
4. Supporting the UK submarine fleet with onboard tests and trials.
5. Connecting with other physics centers, industry partners, civil nuclear, and academia.
6. Researching and developing new improvements in reactor physics, including validation of new methods and exploring ways to maximize operational capability.

Who we are looking for

At Rolls-Royce, safety, integrity, simplicity, and making a difference are core principles guiding us. These principles are fundamental qualities we seek in all roles.

Reactor physics opportunities are available at all levels, from recent graduates to senior physicists, with roles tailored to the candidate's experience. Candidates should have:

• A strong academic background with a relevant degree (undergraduate, master's, or PhD) in engineering, physics, or a related scientific subject.
• Experience in reactor physics or the nuclear industry.
• An analytical mindset, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, the ability to quickly establish credibility, and a willingness to learn and collaborate.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, including refugees.

Learn more about our global strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce.

Additional Requirements

To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines, applicants must hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application process if needed. Due to the nature of our work, applications are only accepted from individuals eligible to work in the UK or in MoD-approved cases, dual nationals included.

Job Category

Validation and Verification

Posting Details

Posted on: 12 May 2025, 00:05

Application deadline: [End date not specified]

Keywords: Senior Physicist, Location: Derby, ENG - DE23 8NX