Senior Engineer - Fuel Handling

Rolls-royce; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Long Eaton is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the design and development of the Fuel Handling System for a next-generation power station. Key responsibilities include system design and execution, mentoring junior engineers, and stakeholder engagement. The position offers a salary range of £48,000 to £63,000, along with performance-related bonuses and comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance and pension contributions.

Benefits

Base salary £48,000‑£63,000 DOE

Bonus – performance related of 12.5%

Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum

Pension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributions

Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover health care

Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay

One-off payment of £250 for home office purchases

Qualifications

• Strong background in Mechanical System Design Development.
• Expertise in System Engineering Essentials.
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Responsibilities

• Lead the progressive design of systems for fuel handling.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and document outcomes.
• Mentor junior engineers and contingent workers.

Skills

Mechanical System Design Development

System Engineering Essentials

Nuclear industry domain knowledge

Fuel Handling experience

Mechanical Handling experience

Remote Handling experience

Job description

We're looking for a Senior Engineer to take ownership of the Fuel Handling System within the cutting‑edge RR‑SMR power station. This is a unique opportunity to lead the design and development of critical systems that enable safe and efficient fuel handling in a next‑generation nuclear facility.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the progressive design of systems including the refuelling pool, spent‑fuel pool, new fuel import system, cask loading system, and dry cask storage system.
• Drive design development through Technical Reviews (TRs), Gated Reviews (GRs), and Definition Reviews (DRs).
• Engage with senior stakeholders, conduct decision reviews, and document outcomes for phase‑gate processes.
• Own system definition, requirements, assumptions, and interfaces in the DOORS database.
• Mentor junior engineers and contingent workers to deliver your system scope.
• Develop non‑functional requirements, review operational experience, and introduce innovative concepts.
• Produce concept‑level 2D and 3D CAD models to support decision‑making and contribute to the evolving reference design.
• Follow the design programme in line with RR‑SMR’s policies and processes.
• Develop design solutions aligned with industry best practice, operational experience, and continuous improvement.
• Author high‑quality design outputs to underpin system development, delivered to agreed timescales.
• Manage and agree requirements across your scope, ensuring compliance with V&V plans and programmes.
• Proactively identify risks and opportunities associated with the system scope.
• Follow robust governance processes for the system scope of supply as agreed with your manager.
• Work in compliance with company Health, Safety and Environment policy.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Mechanical System Design Development.
• Expertise in System Engineering Essentials.
• Nuclear industry domain knowledge.
• Experience in Fuel Handling, Mechanical Handling, and Remote Handling.
• Proven ability to take ownership of design packages and deliver results.
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. 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 if you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Salary & Benefits

• Base salary £48,000‑£63,000 DOE.
• Bonus – performance related target opportunity of 12.5%.
• Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum.
• Pension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
• Holidays – 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) with flex days.
• Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover health care.
• Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay.
• One‑off payment of £250 for new starters' home office purchases.

Why Join Us

• 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.