Nuclear Severe Accident Analysis Opportunities

Rolls-royce; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering company is seeking Severe Accident Analytical Engineers for its Submarines Team. You will deliver major technical work packages related to severe accident analysis for submarine reactor plants. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nuclear physics or thermal hydraulics and possess a relevant degree. This role promises exciting challenges and opportunities for professional growth within an inclusive culture.

Benefits

Paid overtime

Generous holiday allocation

Pension plan with company contributions

Company bonus

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Strong academic background required, preferably an undergraduate, master's, or PhD.
• Experience in severe accident analysis is beneficial.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate effectively with teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver major technical work packages on time, quality, and cost.
• Monitor progress on tasks and report accordingly.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities.

Skills

Experience in nuclear physics

Thermal hydraulics

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Degree in engineering, physics, or a scientific subject

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Severe Accident Analytical Engineers to join the Rolls‑Royce Submarines Team in Derby. Based in the Reactor Engineering business unit, you will work within the Containment and Consequences team to support the design, manufacture, commissioning, maintenance, and disposal of submarine reactor plants.

Why Rolls‑Royce?

Our Submarines business is responsible for the design, manufacture, supply and through‑life support of nuclear propulsion‑related products and systems in support of the Royal Navy's submarine fleet. We provide an inclusive, digital‑first culture that invests in you, gives you a platform for continuous learning, and access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career.

Severe Accident Analysis Role

Severe Accident Analysis is a pivotal part of the design and safety justification of each of our nuclear propulsion plants and is vital in ensuring that we meet regulatory requirements. The team develops models of the reactor plant and containment to conduct technical analysis of the reactor plant behaviour in severe accident scenarios. The results of these simulations are used to:

• Derive design requirements for reactor containment structures and associated components under severe accident conditions.
• Assess radiological consequences in support of safety cases and meeting regulatory requirements such as REPPIR.
• Support our enterprise partners through bespoke severe accident assessments of our existing and future products.
• Undertake verification and validation activities of severe accident codes and models.

The team undertakes a wide range of analysis that touches upon multiple disciplines, and there is also opportunity to develop new analytical methods and research to advance our capabilities.

What you will be doing

You will be accountable for the delivery of delegated major technical work packages to agreed time, quality, and cost. This will include severe accident analysis across the reactor and plant lifecycle, from concept and design through to in‑service support and decommissioning. Responsibilities include:

• Being directly responsible for the delivery of highly specialised technical work packages in support of the submarine programme using cutting‑edge tools and methods, collaborating with other technical areas.
• Monitoring progress on task activities and reporting against the baseline plan.
• Identifying and managing risks and opportunities within the scope of technical work packages.
• Working with the Group Leader to establish commitments, budget and targets for the delegated projects and provide regular updates on progress in line with business requirements.

Who we are looking for

• Experience in nuclear physics, thermal hydraulics or heat transfer.
• A strong academic background with a relevant degree (undergraduate, masters, or PhD) in engineering, physics or a scientific subject.
• An analytical mindset, critical thinking and attention to detail.
• The ability to communicate effectively with any audience, quickly establishing credibility and buy‑in.
• A willingness to learn from others and collaborate to achieve wider goals.

Severe accident engineering opportunities are available at all levels, from recent graduates to experienced senior engineers. Professional level and salary will depend on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives, helping us succeed. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential. Learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people Rolls‑Royce.

To work for Rolls‑Royce Submarines you must hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats. Rolls‑Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t currently have it. Because of the nature of the work and protection of certain assets, you must hold UK nationality; dual nationals require additional scrutiny and background checks.

Benefits

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits, including:

• Paid overtime
• Generous holiday and additional holiday allocation
• Pension plan – Rolls‑Royce will contribute up to 12% into your pension pot
• Company Bonus
• Share schemes
• Employee support assistance
• Employee discounts