England, United Kingdom
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.
Rolls‑Royce SMR requires world‑class engineering analysis capability across a wide range of disciplines, including structural analysis, thermo‑fluids, electrical systems and many more. The Engineering Analysis Capability team develops software solutions that improve the efficiency, quality and scalability of these analytical activities.
These solutions range from Python‑based engineering applications and automation tools through to digital workflows, multidisciplinary analysis platforms and AI‑enabled technologies. The team's roadmap includes the adoption of advanced AI approaches, numerical AI models and agentic AI workflows to transform how engineering analysis is performed across the business.
As a Senior Engineer – Analysis Software Development, you will lead the creation of software solutions that automate, streamline and enhance engineering analysis activities across Rolls‑Royce SMR.
Operating at senior practitioner level, you will design, build and scale enterprise-grade digital products, automation workflows and AI-enabled solutions that support engineering analysis throughout the organisation. You will combine hands-on technical delivery with product-focused thinking, ensuring solutions are secure, maintainable, compliant and aligned to the wider Digital, Data & AI strategy.
You will also provide technical review and oversight of software developed elsewhere across the engineering organisation, supporting software quality, governance and continuous improvement while helping identify opportunities where software and AI can deliver significant engineering value.
We know there’s no such thing as the ‘perfect’ candidate. If you meet around 75% of the criteria below, we’d love to hear from you:
Software Engineering
Engineering Analysis & Numerical Methods
Product & Digital Development
Technical Governance & Quality
Stakeholder Engagement
Hybrid working with one of the following as your primary site:
Derby, Manchester or Warrington
The salary band for this role will be between £50,650 – £66,500 dependent on the skills, values and knowledge you bring. There may be flexibility in exceptional cases.
Benefits include:
The closing date for this role is 9th September 2026. The process will begin with an introductory call with the Talent Acquisition Partner, with interviews being able to take place straight away.
Pay Range:
£50,600.00-
£66,465.00
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
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