Summary: The Reactor Plant Performance Analysis Engineer role at Rolls Royce SMR involves analyzing and enhancing the operational performance and safety of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology. The position requires expertise in thermal hydraulic methods and Python programming to develop data analysis tools and models. The engineer will work closely with system designers to optimize reactor design and safety systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to advancements in the nuclear energy sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize advanced thermal hydraulic methods to conduct in-depth analysis of reactor plant systems, ensuring optimal performance and identifying areas for improvement.
• Apply Python programming capabilities to develop and refine data analysis tools and automate processes, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of systems evaluations.
• Employ thermal analysis software, including Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), to conduct detailed evaluations of system performance under various operational scenarios.
• Compile and synthesize analytical findings into comprehensive reports, providing actionable insights that inform strategic decisions and facilitate efficiency enhancements across multiple platforms.

Key Skills:

• Mechanical Engineering or Physics Degree
• Previous ThermoFluids / Thermal Analysis / Thermal Hydraulic Analysis experience in safety-critical applications in regulated industries such as Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Energy
• Experience using engineering industry Computational Fluid Dynamics, Standard fluids & Thermal Analysis Software such as ANSYS, STAR-CCM, FLOMASTER, Relap
• Experience of developing analysis methods, models & tools and assurance of analysis codes and methods

Salary (Rate): £52000

City: Warrington

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other