Job Description
Senior Reactor Fault Studies Analyst Advanced Nuclear / SMR ProgrammeLocation: Derby / Manchester / Warrington | Hybrid Working AvailableSalary: £53,800 - £66,500 + Bonus & Excellent BenefitsMorson are supporting a pioneering advanced engineering organisation as they continue to expand their specialist Performance & Analysis capability, contributing to one of the UK's most exciting low-carbon energy programmes.This is a rare opportunity to work at the forefront of reactor performance and fault studies, supporting the modelling, analysis, and safety substantiation of advanced nuclear technology within a highly regulated and safety-critical environment.The Role Working within the specialist Performance & Analysis function, you will lead the development and application of thermal-hydraulic models used to assess reactor plant performance under normal operation, transient conditions, and fault scenarios.You will take technical ownership of complex analysis activities, leading small teams to deliver high-quality modelling and simulation outputs that support reactor design, safety system performance, and safety case development. The role requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across design, safety, and testing to ensure robust and validated engineering solutions.Key Areas: Reactor plant thermal-hydraulic modelling & fault analysisReactor transient and operational performance analysisVerification, Validation & Uncertainty Quantification (VVUQ)Safety case development & substantiationPython-based analysis tool developmentLinux & High-Performance Computing (HPC)Experimental benchmarking & test validationAdvanced reactor & SMR technologiesWe'd Love to Hear From You If You Have: Strong background in thermal hydraulics, fluid systems, or process analysisExperience delivering analysis in safety-critical engineering environmentsKnowledge of reactor performance, transient behaviour, and fault studiesExperience producing high-quality technical reports and contributing to safety casesExperience in developing or applying engineering analysis methods and modelsPython programming for scientific or engineering applicationsProven ability to lead technical work packages or small teamsExperience with the below would be highly advantageous: RELAPFLOMASTERVIPRECTFGOTHICQualifications Degree qualified in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or similarChartered Engineer status, or working towards chartership, desirableSalary & Benefits Salary between £53,800 – £66,500Bonus up to 12.5%£2,200 flexible benefits allowanceExcellent pension scheme28 days holiday + bank holidays, with option to buy/sell additional daysPrivate medical insuranceLife assuranceEnhanced family-friendly policies including IVF supportFlexible & hybrid workingHome office allowanceThis is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing advanced engineering organisation delivering one of the UK's most innovative and technically challenging programmes.If you're passionate about reactor performance, fault analysis, and solving complex engineering challenges within a safety-critical environment, we'd love to hear from you.Please note: Due to the nature of the work, successful applicants will be required to undergo BPSS and DBS clearance checks.TPBN1_UKTJ