Role: Grid Code Lead Locations: Hybrid working with one of the following locations as primary: Derby, Warrington and Manchester Our mission Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) offers a British solution to a global energy challenge, placing us at the forefront of a once-in-a-generation opportunity and positioning the UK as a future world leader in clean energy technology. The team The Power Station Integration team sits at the centre of our plant design, bringing together engineering disciplines to define how the full power station operates as one integrated system, ensuring performance, coherence and optimisation across an innovative and complex product. The team is responsible for defining power station level requirements, capabilities and attributes, and ensuring these are integrated and delivered across the design. The role In this context, we are looking for a Grid Code Lead to join our Power Station Integration team to support the delivery of our generic design and future deployment programmes. As Grid Code Lead within RR SMR, you will have a strong understanding of the UK Grid Code and be responsible for ensuring Grid Code requirements are correctly interpreted and considered throughout the power station design. You will drive plant-level Grid Code compliance activities and support system teams in understanding their requirements, demonstrating compliance and resolving any compliance-related issues. What we'll need you to do We'll need you to: Act as a technical expert for UK Grid Code requirements applicable to the RR SMR power station. Interpret Grid Code obligations and ensure communication of their implications to engineering and programme teams. Support multidisciplinary engineering teams in implementing Grid Code requirements within their designs. Work with teams across the organisation to develop and the power station Grid Code requirements baseline and ensure these are captured and flowed down into system and equipment specifications. Support development of compliance matrices, compliance strategies and assessment methodologies. Review and challenge compliance evidence produced by engineering teams and suppliers. Identify, manage and escalate Grid Code compliance risks, assumptions and issues. Provide specialist input to design reviews, requirements reviews and regulatory submissions. Engage with external organisations, regulators, network operators, customers and technical specialists as required. Support international deployment opportunities by assessing and interpreting country-specific Grid Code requirements and connection obligations. Promote best practice and develop organisational capability in relation to Grid Code compliance. What you'll bring As you can see, this is a technically focused role requiring strong engineering judgement, stakeholder engagement and the ability to influence complex design decisions across a multidisciplinary organisation. You'll also bring: An engineering qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience within electrical engineering, power systems engineering or a related discipline. Strong experience interpreting and applying Grid Code requirements within power generation, energy infrastructure or transmission projects. Experience developing Grid Code compliance strategies, compliance matrices and evidence-based compliance assessments. Proven ability to translate complex technical and regulatory requirements into practical engineering requirements. Experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence technical decisions and gain alignment across multiple functions. Experience reviewing technical studies and design evidence to support compliance claims. A structured and analytical approach to problem solving, risk management and decision making. Experience in the application of systems engineering including requirement management would be beneficial. Experience engaging with transmission system operators, network operators or regulatory bodies would be advantageous. Knowledge of European Grid Codes, ENTSO-E requirements, and experience supporting customers in Czechia, Sweden or other European countries would be advantageous Location We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements, and this role can be based from any Rolls-Royce SMR location. Regular travel will be required to support stakeholder engagement, partner organisations, collaborative programmes and industry activities across the UK and internationally. What's In It For Me? We anticipate paying a salary of between £60,000-£78,750 Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 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 You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration and continuous learning, where your work will directly contribute to the future of clean, affordable and reliable energy generation. Selection Process The recruitment process is expected to consist of an initial conversation with the Talent Acquisition team, followed by formal interview stages with key stakeholders from across Engineering. Due to the nature of our industry, successful candidates will be required to complete: ▪ Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance ▪ Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) screening ▪ Financial probity checks Please note that this role is also subject to Export Control requirements. Our Commitment to Inclusion We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We believe diversity of thought, experience and perspective strengthens our business and creates better outcomes for our colleagues, customers and communities. As a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and your employment with us. Pay Range: - £ 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 #LI-SM1 #LI-Hybrid We are Rolls-Royce SMR A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love. We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents. 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. 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 can thrive. What we offer At Rolls-Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands. Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance. Your career journey At Rolls-Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. 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