Nuclear Core Design & Performance Analyst (Hybrid UK)

Rolls Royce SMR Ltd.; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear technology company in the UK is seeking an Analyst for their Core Design and Performance team. The role focuses on developing and refining neutronic and thermal-hydraulic models, performing technical assessments, and implementing advanced analysis methodologies. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering or Physics and familiarity with reactor physics and thermal hydraulics. This position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £52,500 along with various benefits, including a performance-related bonus and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Benefits allowance of £2,200 per annum

12% employer pension contribution

28 days holiday plus public holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in reactor physics and/or thermal hydraulics analysis is preferred.
• Proficiency in tools required for core analysis methods.
• Demonstrated ability to produce technical assessments.
• Capability to implement advanced analysis methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine neutronic and thermal-hydraulic models.
• Deliver technical analysis across physics and thermal hydraulics disciplines.
• Establish verification and validation requirements for core methods.
• Contribute to environmental and safety assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of PWR design and operations

Strong Python scripting

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Clear technical communication

Collaborative approach

Education

Master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a closely related discipline

Tools

CMS

S5

VIPRE

CTF

S5K

Job description

A leading nuclear technology company in the UK is seeking an Analyst for their Core Design and Performance team. The role focuses on developing and refining neutronic and thermal-hydraulic models, performing technical assessments, and implementing advanced analysis methodologies. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering or Physics and familiarity with reactor physics and thermal hydraulics. This position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £52,500 along with various benefits, including a performance-related bonus and private medical insurance.