Lead Chemist (Nuclear Engineering)
Core
Lead water chemistry control and justification activities to ensure performance, safety, and regulatory compliance for the Rolls-Royce Small Modular Reactor (SMR) design.
Role type
Lead Chemist (Nuclear Engineering)
Builds
Rolls-Royce SMR power plant design and lifecycle management
Domain
Nuclear energy / Power generation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Applied chemistry expertise, Nuclear industry experience, PWR plant behavior understanding, ALARP principles knowledge, Regulatory compliance knowledge, Technical data interpretation, Safety case development, Team mentoring, Strategic planning, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience in highly regulated industries, Ability to explain complex technical information, Industry community engagement
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead water chemistry control and justification activities across all reactor operating modes, Act as primary technical interface for the chemistry discipline, Contribute to the SMR safety case and engage with regulators, Coach and mentor junior engineers, Conduct detailed technical reviews for quality and compliance, Drive strategic development of the chemistry team, Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to identify gaps and propose solutions, Stay connected to external industry communities, Own and manage delivery plans for cost, schedule, and quality
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities