Lead Chemist (Nuclear Engineering)
Derbyonsitesenior$76K – $100K
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At Rolls‑Royce SMR, our mission is simple and ambitious: to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programme provides a British solution to a global energy challenge, helping the world transition to low‑carbon energy while supporting energy security. We are in pole position to become a world leader in SMR technology — a next‑generation approach to nuclear energy and the UK’s premier green export opportunity. As a fast‑growing organisation backed by decades of engineering excellence, this is an exciting time to join us. The Team You’ll join our Materials & Chemistry team, a growing group of more than 20 engineers supporting the full lifecycle of the Rolls‑Royce SMR power plant, from concept design through to operation and decommissioning.…
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