Senior Systems Integration Engineer

Role: Senior Systems Integration Engineer

Location: Hybrid working with Derby, Warrington or Manchester as your primary base

Our mission

Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) offers a British solution to a global energy challenge, placing us at the forefront of a once-in-a-generation opportunity and positioning the UK as a future world leader in clean energy technology.

The team

Systems Engineering is fundamental to the successful delivery of the Rolls-Royce SMR programme. It provides the framework that connects customer and stakeholder needs, requirements, architectures, interfaces, design solutions, verification activities and assurance evidence across the entire engineering lifecycle.

The Systems Engineering team is responsible for developing and continuously improving the capability, methods, processes and digital tools that enable our engineers to design, integrate and assure a complex nuclear product. As the organisation grows, the team is driving the adoption of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Requirements Management and an integrated digital engineering environment that will support the delivery of a fleet of SMRs.

The role

We are looking for a Senior Systems Integration Engineer to help shape and deliver the Systems Engineering capability that underpins the Rolls-Royce SMR programme.

This is a high-impact role operating across the engineering organisation, where you will lead work packages that improve how engineering information, requirements, models and design decisions are created, managed and connected. You will be instrumental in developing and embedding Systems Engineering frameworks, MBSE approaches and digital integration solutions that enable engineers to work more effectively and efficiently.

Working across multiple disciplines, you will tackle complex technical and organisational challenges, influence stakeholders at all levels and help drive adoption of new engineering tools, methods and ways of working. Your work will contribute directly to the creation of a coherent digital thread that supports the design, integration, verification and assurance of our product throughout its lifecycle.

What we'll need you to do

We'll need you to:

• Lead the development and implementation of Systems Engineering capability across people, processes, methods, data and digital tools
• Develop, improve and embed practical Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches across the engineering organisation
• Define and maintain frameworks that connect stakeholder needs, requirements, functions, architectures, interfaces, verification and assurance evidence
• Support the integration of engineering information across MBSE, Requirements Management and wider engineering toolsets
• Establish effective approaches for traceability, configuration management, change impact assessment and information governance
• Drive integration between systems engineering tools such as Siemens Polarion, Capella and other digital engineering platforms
• Translate business and programme requirements into scalable engineering processes, guidance and best practice
• Lead stakeholder engagement activities to ensure successful adoption of Systems Engineering methods and tools
• Facilitate workshops and work collaboratively with engineering teams to solve complex integration challenges
• Deliver high-impact work packages whilst managing risks, dependencies and competing priorities
• Coach and support engineers in Systems Engineering methodologies and best practice
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance engineering efficiency, consistency and data quality

What you'll bring

As you can see, this is a pivotal role requiring a combination of technical expertise, systems thinking and strong stakeholder management skills. You'll be comfortable operating through ambiguity, influencing large engineering communities and delivering practical solutions to complex problems.

We'll also be looking for:

• Degree-qualified in Engineering, Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Significant experience applying Systems Engineering principles within a complex engineering environment
• Experience working with Requirements Management and Systems Engineering frameworks
• Strong understanding of requirements decomposition, traceability, verification and validation principles
• Experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches in practice
• Knowledge of systems engineering toolsets such as Siemens Polarion, Capella or equivalent platforms
• Experience integrating engineering processes, data and tools within a digital engineering environment
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to drive change across diverse teams
• Experience leading complex work packages and delivering through ambiguity
• Excellent communication, facilitation and relationship-building skills
• Experience within highly regulated industries such as nuclear, aerospace, defence, energy or rail would be advantageous
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status and/or INCOSE certification would be beneficial but is not essential

Location

We offer hybrid working, with an expectation to attend our offices in Derby, Warrington or Manchester on a weekly basis to support collaboration, stakeholder engagement and team activities.

What's in it for you

• The salary for this role is competitive and dependent on the skills and experience you bring in the range of £50,650-£66,500
• Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 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 5 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

You'll be joining a rapidly growing organisation during one of the most exciting phases of its journey. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of Systems Engineering at Rolls-Royce SMR whilst helping deliver a product that will play a significant role in the future of clean energy.

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

Equal opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are happy to discuss flexible working. We will also make workplace adjustments for disabled employees if these are needed to help them perform at their best in the role, and we are happy to discuss this once a job offer has been made.

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.

Pay Range:

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Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:

• 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.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and 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 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.

Our Application Process

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

About Us

We are Rolls-Royce SMR

A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years.
With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future.
We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love.
We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents.

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.

Why join us?

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:
• 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.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone can thrive.

What we offer

At Rolls-Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands.
Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance.

Your career journey

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. We have open dialogue with our employees to understand the ambitions for their career and set plans to achieve them. Whether it’s helping you obtain formal qualifications or pairing you with a mentor, Rolls-Royce SMR will provide you with a fulfilling career. Our Team | Rolls-Royce SMR

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