Senior Control and Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer

Senior Control and Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer

Role Title: Senior Control and Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer

Location: Hybrid working with one of the following locations as primary: Derby, Warrington or Manchester

We are Rolls-Royce SMR, pioneering a groundbreaking industry transformation. This is a unique, once-in-a-career opportunity to leave a legacy through innovative work on a new type of power station.

We are seeking a Senior Control and Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer to contribute to a cutting-edge design project for a new power station. Your role will involve providing technical expertise throughout the lifecycle of C&I systems for the SMR nuclear power plant, including designing system architecture, specifying and selecting equipment, and working closely with engineering teams through a structured systems engineering approach.

The position involves working across the entire lifecycle of classified (nuclear safety) and non-classified C&I systems. You will act as a responsible designer and an informed customer, depending on the task, and may manage contract partners or support/mentor less experienced engineers.

We welcome candidates who meet at least 75% of the requirements and those considering a sector change or career move, as transferable skills are valued.

Pay and Benefits

• Salary: £48,000 - £62,000 DOE
• Performance bonus: 12.5%
• Benefits Allowance: £2,200 per annum
• Pension: 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
• Holidays: 28 days plus public holidays, with options to buy or sell up to 4 days
• Private Medical Insurance: BUPA single cover
• Life Assurance: 6x pensionable pay
• Starter bonus: £250 for home office purchases

Company Overview

Rolls-Royce SMR combines a prestigious brand with a start-up spirit, working on impactful projects that support environmental sustainability. Our culture emphasizes strengths, growth, and inclusivity, providing opportunities to develop in roles that might be restricted in traditional companies.

Each SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy, enough to power over a million homes, supporting renewable energy integration and grid stability for at least 60 years.

Our Culture and Inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, aiming for our teams to reflect the communities we serve. We encourage all passionate individuals to apply and help shape our inclusive culture.

Application Process

Applicants will undergo additional safety screening due to nuclear industry regulations, including BPSS clearance, DBS checks, and financial probity assessments.