Nuclear Core Physics Opportunities - Submarines

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear industry is seeking candidates for Reactor Physics opportunities in Nottingham. The role involves designing reactor cores, supporting experimental validation, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates have backgrounds in engineering or physics and experience in reactor physics or the nuclear industry, and are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Support assistance

Discounts

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, physics, or related field (undergraduate, master's, or PhD).
• Experience in reactor physics or the nuclear industry.

Responsibilities

• Designing and substantiating reactor cores using deterministic and stochastic methods.
• Supporting onboard tests and trials for the UK submarine fleet.
• Collaborating with industry partners and academia.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in engineering

Degree in physics

PhD in a related scientific field

Job description

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Nuclear Core Physics Opportunities - Submarines, Nottingham

Client: Rolls Royce

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

07.07.2025

Expiry Date:

21.08.2025

Job Description:

Rolls-Royce is offering a range of exciting Reactor Physics opportunities within Reactor Engineering for physicists at all career stages. We design, build, and service systems critical for safety and reliability, powering, protecting, and connecting people worldwide. We foster an inclusive, innovative culture that supports your growth and development.

What we offer: Competitive salary, bonus, support assistance, discounts, and hybrid working arrangements.

Role responsibilities include:

• Designing and substantiating reactor cores using deterministic and stochastic methods.
• Supporting manufacture and experimental validation of reactor cores.
• Supporting onboard tests and trials for the UK submarine fleet.
• Collaborating with industry partners, civil nuclear, and academia.
• Researching and developing new methods to enhance operational capabilities.

Candidate requirements:

• Degree in engineering, physics, or a related scientific field (undergraduate, master's, or PhD).
• Experience in reactor physics or the nuclear industry.
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, including refugees. Security clearance is required for employment with Rolls-Royce Submarines, which we support applicants in obtaining.