Lead C&I Engineer - Software Assurance

ITjobs • Full Time • Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom • £57,600 - £75,600 / year • 5h ago

Lead C&I Engineer – Software Assurance 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 Lead Engineer - Software Assurance to be involved in industry leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of power station.

What we’re looking for

A Lead Software Assurance Engineer working on ensuring the development and assurance programmes for safety-critical software are executed appropriately across the Rolls-Royce SMR. This will include working alongside various departments and suppliers to establish appropriate development processes are established auditing of supply chain for compliance to standards and selecting and executing programmes of confidence-building measures in line with regulatory expectations in the UK and elsewhere.

The role involves working across the whole lifecycle of C&I systems both classified for nuclear safety applications as well as those supporting conventional safety and environmental protection functions. You will act as an intelligent customer dependent on the task you are working on. You will be responsible for delivering agreed programmes of work. You could be managing contract partners for work they will be delivering.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But well let you in on a secret: theres 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:

Knowledge of standards, assessment frameworks and relevant good practice relevant to the assessment of software-based systems, FPGA-based systems or off-the-shelf programmable devices (e.g., SMART devices) Experience and knowledge of relevant national or international standards (for example, BS EN61513, BS EN 60880, BS EN 62566, BS EN 62138, etc.) or equivalents. Experience of performing and overseeing audits using international standards such as IEC 61508 , or developing systems to similar standards.

Strong background, knowledge and experience of working with different technologies used in software-based or FPGA-based systems or off-the-shelf devices. Working knowledge across the lifecycle of software-based C&I systems, SMART Devices, HDLProgrammed Devices (HPDs), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) etc. performing safety critical functions. Knowledge and experience of specifying and/or executing various software or FPGA verification techniques, system-level test or other hardware-in-the-loop verification techniques.

The ability to provide technical oversight of the work carried out by supply chain partners i.e., discharging the intelligent customer role Experience of providing technical oversight to supply chain partners on various aspects for software based C&I systems and SMART Devices. Experience of engaging suppliers in supporting them through unfamiliar qualification processes.

Experience in Information management and effective communication Experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders. Experience of working with other disciplines to ensure common understanding of complex assurance requirements, and to understand the needs of the plant.

Training & Qualification Requirements

Degree level qualification or equivalent knowledge by experience in engineering, mathematics, computer science or a related subject

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

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 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.

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

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