Engineer – Verification & Validation Capability

Rolls--royce; East Midlands; Híbrido; GBP 42.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonus up to 12.5%

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Holidays 28 days

Descripción de la vacante

Rolls-Royce SMR is seeking an Engineer in Verification & Validation Capability to develop and maintain design verification and product validation tools, workflows and documentation. The role partners with engineers and subject matter experts across the organisation to advance digital capability and evidence-led compliance within a nuclear engineering program. Hybrid site work in the UK.

Formación

• Degree in Engineering or physical science or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain methods and digital tools for Design Verification and Product Validation.
• Identify user requirements and translate into workflows and engineering solutions.
• Create and maintain integrated digital processes across the engineering lifecycle.
• Deliver training and coach engineers on new tools and processes.
• Support technical assurance and ensure alignment with quality requirements.

Conocimientos

Digital capability

V&V experience

MBSE

Requirements management

Azure DevOps

SQL/Python

Power BI

Documentation

Educación

Engineering degree

Chartered engineer (or working towards)

Herramientas

Polarion

IBM DOORS

MBSE tools

Azure DevOps

Descripción del empleo

Role Title: Engineer – Verification & Validation CapabilityWe 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 Team:The Verification & Validation (V&V) Capability team is fundamental to the successful delivery of the Rolls‑Royce SMR programme.The team provides the framework that connects requirements, verification and validation activities, and compliance evidence across the entire engineering lifecycle. Working across engineering disciplines, the team develops and continuously improves the capability, methods, processes and digital tools that enable independent, evidence-led compliance assessments needed to demonstrate that the Rolls‑Royce SMR power station meets its requirements, fulfils stakeholder needs and performs as intended.The team develops integrated processes, standards, templates and guidance, enhances digital toolsets and automation, builds engineering competence through coaching and subject matter networks, and ensures V&V is effectively integrated with Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, Configuration Management, E3S, Test and Commissioning.Our mission is simple: to prove that the power station design and implemented solution meets its requirements and satisfies intent in the most efficient and effective way, from first-of-a-kind through to fleet deployment.About the Role:As an Engineer – Verification & Validation Capability, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that Rolls‑Royce SMR methods, processes and digital tools are effective, integrated and capable of supporting successful programme delivery.You will be responsible for creating, developing and maintaining tools and methods that enable the implementation of Design Verification and Product Validation processes. Working closely with engineers, subject matter experts and stakeholders across the business, you will identify user needs, define workflows, implement practical solutions and integrate them into the wider engineering environment.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for engineering capability development, digital transformation, systems engineering and continuous improvement to influence how verification and validation is delivered across one of the UK's most exciting engineering programmes.We’ll Need You To:Develop and maintain methods and digital tools that support Design Verification and Product Validation activitiesIdentify user requirements and translate them into practical workflows and engineering solutionsCreate and maintain integrated digital processes across the engineering lifecycleDevelop guidance, training material and supporting documentationDeliver training sessions and coach engineers with varying levels of experienceDrive continuous improvement activities and implement lessons learnedWork closely with subject matter experts and other capability engineers to ensure technical excellenceSupport the application of best practices and emerging technologies, including automation and AI-enabled solutionsEnsure engineering tools and methods are aligned with programme and quality requirementsSupport technical assurance activities across the development organisationImprove the efficiency, consistency and traceability of V&V activitiesPromote adoption of new tools, processes and ways of working across engineering teamsKey Skills Required: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:Development of Digital CapabilityExperience developing and continuously improving engineering methods and toolsExperience implementing engineering processes within digital environmentsUnderstanding of how engineering information, workflows, relationships and evidence are managed through engineering toolsetsStrong continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge the status quoExperience in one or more of the following would be beneficial:Requirements Management and ALM tools such as Siemens Polarion or IBM DOORSSystems Engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Engineering information and data modellingProcess development and workflow designConfiguration and Change ManagementEngineering analytics and visualisationAzure DevOpsAgile planning methodologiesSQL, Python or similar coding languagesPower BI, Power Query, Power Pivot, DAX and low-code automation solutionsVerification & Validation ExperienceExperience supporting verification and validation activities for complex engineering productsUnderstanding of V&V strategy development, compliance demonstration and evidence generationExperience conducting or supporting activities such as analysis, testing, assessment or auditingExperience within highly regulated industries such as Nuclear, Defence, Aerospace, Energy, Process Industries or Oil & Gas would be beneficialCommunication & InfluenceStrong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility to bring multidisciplinary teams together to solve problemsAbility to explain complex topics clearly and conciselyExperience influencing engineering teams and driving adoption of new processes and toolsComfortable managing uncertainty and changeSystems EngineeringSystems-thinking mindset with practical experience applying Systems Engineering principles and techniquesExperience using Systems Engineering tools and methodologiesUnderstanding of requirements, interfaces, traceability and lifecycle managementFamiliarity with the INCOSE framework would be advantageousSafety CultureDemonstrates positive and proactive safety behavioursAbility to challenge appropriately and promote strong safety cultureCommitment to quality, compliance and continuous improvementQualifications:Degree qualified in Engineering, a Physical Science or an equivalent technical disciplineChartered Engineer, or working towards Professional RegistrationEquivalent experience will also be consideredLocation:Hybrid working with one of the following as your primary site:Derby, Manchester or Warrington.Salary and Package:The salary band for this role will be between £42,000 – £50,000 dependent on the skills, values and knowledge you bring. There may be flexibility in exceptional cases.Benefits include:Bonus – Performance‑related target opportunity up to 12.5%Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum for a bespoke packagePension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributionsHolidays – 28 days (+ public holidays) with the ability to buy or sell up to 5 daysPrivate Medical Insurance – BUPA single coverLife Assurance – 6× pensionable payHome Office Support – £250 one‑off payment for new startersYou’ll be joining a forward‑thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness and innovation. We offer a flexible, inclusive and supportive working environment, opportunities for growth in a rapidly scaling business, and a culture that values diversity, continuous learning and engineering excellence.Selection Process:The closing date for this role is 15th November 2026. The process will begin with an introductory call with the Talent Acquisition Partner, with interviews being able to take place straight away.Pay Range:£42,000.00-£55,125.00Why 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 ProcessDue 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#LI‑CE1 #LI‑Hybrid #WeAreSMR #destinationnuclear