C&I Manager - Reactor Protection System

Control & Instrumentation Manager – Reactor Protection System

Derby, Warrington or Manchester / Hybrid

£57,600 - £75,600 + Excellent benefits

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.

We are now recruiting for the exciting role of C&I Manager to be involved in industry leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of power station.

What we’re looking for

Support the Senior Manager – Reactor Protection C&I Systems Design, in delivery of the agreed programme of work.
Accountable for delivery of the Process C&I & Data Processing and Control Systems team’s scope of work
Working with Process and Mechanical plant systems Engineers to translate high level requirements into a specification for Control and Instrumentation (C&I) systems.
Liaise with other disciplines to understand functional performance capabilities of components and systems to facilitate effective system design.
Assess and substantiate that the design specification meets the requirements.
Ensuring compliance against international standards in particular, IEC 61513, IEC61226 and IEC61508.
Produce verification and validation plans and define test plans to demonstrate that the C&I system requirements have been satisfied.
Support to planning and implementation of policies and procedures related to the life cycle of C&I systems.
Ensure that optimum solutions are provided for the RR SMR Nuclear Power Plant by supporting the procurement, operations, and maintenance aspects of the equipment.
Contribute to the production of safety cases and provide support in liaising with regulators and independent nuclear safety assessors.
Ensures that quality is maintained throughout the SMR project lifecycle by undertaking appropriate technical reviews and providing the required C&I engineering inputs to the project technical review gates.
Discusses the C&I system design with external organisations including the nuclear safety regulator, potential customers, and suppliers.
Manage staff, contract partners and packages of work with the supply chain
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.

Key selection criteria for this role are:

Deep knowledge and significant experience in the systematic design lifecycle of a C&I system including specification, design, assessment, verification, testing, installation, commissioning and maintenance of safety or process critical C&I systems. In particular, expertise in one and more sub-disciplines i.e. control systems, protection systems and/or instrumentation is required for the role. This together with a good understanding of the principles of designing systems to be functionally resilient to faults (such as redundancy and diversity) would be beneficial.

Knowledge, understanding and practical experience of applying relevant industry standards for systems important to safety (e.g. IEC 61508, IEC 61226, IEC 61513). Knowledge, understanding and practical experience of applying relevant regulations to a wide ranging C&I system.

Knowledge and experience of applying systems engineering methodologies including Model Based Systems Engineering to C&I systems.

Experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders including regulatory bodies.

Proven track record of providing technical leadership in C&I discipline with an ability to provide technical oversight of the work carried out by others i.e., discharging the intelligent customer role.

Training & Qualification Requirements

Hold a degree level qualification in one or more of the engineering disciplines of electrical, electronics, instrumentation, control systems or mechatronics.
Applicants without a degree who can nevertheless demonstrate suitable knowledge and experience may also be considered.

Pay and Benefits

We anticipate paying a salary of between £57,600 - £75,600 (DOE) plus:-

Bonus - Performance related bonus of up to 12.5%
Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, 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

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we value diversity and inclusivity in all aspects of our work. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace create a positive and supportive environment where all employees can bring their unique perspectives and ideas to the table. We are committed to creating a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other aspect of their identity.

Reasonable adjustments will be made in line with Equality Act 2010 to support any candidate or employee who requires them. This may include changes to working hours, training, or working environment. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know.

This position can offer flexible hours and part-time hours to accommodate individual work-life balance needs. Schedule arrangements can be determined in collaboration with the employee and their line manager to ensure successful job performance and job satisfaction.
• Background checks. As part of our offer process, Rolls-Royce SMR carry out security and financial probity checks on all offered candidates. The security check includes a DBS check. Please note that these are not ‘pass’ or ‘fail’ checks and that individual circumstances, as well as where the role sits within the organisation, are taken in to account.

Our Application Process

The recruitment process for this vacancy is being handled by Morson Talent, an official recruitment partner to RR SMR. By applying to this vacancy you are consenting to have your personal information shared with Morson Talent. Your details will only be handled in conjunction with RR SMR opportunities.

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 to arrange a confidential conversation with a recruitment partner