Test Lead Thermal Hydraulics

Test Lead – Thermal Hydraulics
£50,000 to £62,000 + Excellent benefits
Derby, Warrington, Manchester / Hybrid
We 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.
The Development Engineering organisation is accountable for proving that the SMR power station design meets its objectives and requirements. It is also accountable for providing data and evidence to support the development of the power station design through the execution of test, demonstration and research and technology programmes. This encompasses not just the domain of nuclear engineering, but the broader range of engineering functions necessary to deliver a major infrastructure project.
Our test programmes cover a wide spectrum of the engineering disciplines, including thermal-hydraulics, mechanical, civils & modular construction, controls & instrumentation and materials & chemistry.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Test Lead – Thermal Hydraulics to join the Test Capability Team to deliver design development and verification test programmes to support the thermal hydraulic design of the power station.
What we’re looking for
Reporting to the Testing Manager, as Test Lead you will own the delivery of one or multiple thermal hydraulic tests within the Rolls Royce SMR Test Capability programme.
You will lead integrated project teams in the definition, planning, and delivery of test programmes (depending on the type of programme, this could include activities such as design, analysis, test specification creation etc.) and drive delivery through effective programme management throughout the entire test lifecycle. You will use knowledge to coach and support test rig design engineers.
You will effectively manage programme risk and demonstrate the maturity of the rig design/build/test to stakeholders via a governance review process.
You will work with the Supply Chain team to establish and build relationships with external partners for the execution of their test, and they will act as the primary intelligent customer and point of contact during this relationship.
Key selection criteria for this role are:
Thermal Hydraulic Test Programme Development
Experience in the definition, planning and execution of thermal hydraulic test programmes to ensure they generate the required verification or validation evidence, including as applicable through scaled tests or sub-element testing.
Leadership
Experience in leading cross functional teams who deliver.
Presenting Information to stakeholders
Experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications such as gate reviews to the appropriate stakeholders.
Problem solving
Ability to identify risk or issues early and proactively resolve them with minimal supervision. Have a proactive, positive attitude, with the desire and ability to learn fast, challenge conventional thinking and make a difference.
Project Management
Ability to develop and maintain robust plans and budgets. Drive for delivery to committed time and cost. Ability to govern and control quality assurance. Appreciation of risk management principles.
Qualification
• Qualified to degree level or equivalent in engineering discipline.
• Be professionally recognised through an appropriate professional body or be working towards it.
• Project Management qualification is desirable but not required.
• Nuclear experience is not required for this role but is desirable.
Pay and Benefits
We anticipate paying a salary between £50,000 to £62,000 (skills and experience dependent) plus the following benefits:
• Bonus - Performance related bonus of up to 12.5%
• Benefits Allowance – £2,200, enabling you to create a bespoke package
• Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
• Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
• Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
• Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
• £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases
We are Rolls-Royce SMR
Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission. We’re doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there’s a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.
We’re one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.
The start-up mentality coupled with our strengths-approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies.
Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues
Our Culture
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.
Our Application Process
The recruitment process for this role is managed by Morson Talent, the official recruitment partner to RR SMR. By applying, you consent to having your personal information shared with Morson Talent.
Due 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
Your candidate experience is at the utmost importance to us. If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. being able to apply in a different format), please contact (url removed) to arrange a confidential conversation with a recruitment partner.