Senior Thermal Hydraulic Analysis Engineer

Senior Nuclear Analysis Code Validation EngineerThermal Hydraulics | Verification & Validation (V&V) | VVUQ | Advanced SMR ProgrammeLocation: Derby, Manchester or Warrington (Hybrid Working)Salary: £53,800 - £66,500 + Bonus + £2,200 Flexible Benefits Allowance + Excellent Benefits PackageMorson are supporting a pioneering advanced engineering organisation as they continue to expand their specialist Performance & Analysis capability, delivering one of the UK's most innovative Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programmes.This is a rare opportunity to join a specialist team responsible for the Verification, Validation and Uncertainty Quantification (VVUQ) of thermal hydraulic analysis codes used to support reactor design, safety case substantiation and plant performance.Working at the forefront of advanced nuclear technology, you'll play a key role in developing confidence in the analytical tools and methodologies that underpin reactor safety and performance.The RoleAs a Senior Analysis Code Validation Engineer, you'll work within a specialist VVUQ team supporting the validation, verification and continuous improvement of thermal hydraulic analysis methods, models and software.You'll collaborate closely with reactor performance, methods development, testing and safety teams, ensuring analysis tools are robust, validated and fit for application within a safety-critical environment.The role offers exposure across reactor systems analysis, core thermal hydraulics, containment analysis and advanced modelling techniques used throughout the design and licensing lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesVerification, Validation & Uncertainty Quantification (VVUQ) of thermal hydraulic analysis codesDevelopment and validation of analysis models against experimental test dataBenchmarking analytical predictions against large-scale thermal hydraulic test programmesSupporting the development of analysis methodologies and modelling approachesQuantification of modelling uncertainties using statistical and engineering judgement-based methodsSensitivity studies and assessment of model assumptionsDevelopment of Python-based analysis tools and automationWorking within Linux and High-Performance Computing (HPC) environmentsSupporting reactor safety case substantiation and design validation activitiesTechnical leadership of analysis and validation activities across multidisciplinary teamsAbout YouWe're interested in hearing from engineers with experience in one or more of the following areas:Thermal hydraulics or fluid systems analysisVerification & Validation (V&V)Verification, Validation & Uncertainty Quantification (VVUQ)Model validation against experimental dataEngineering simulation and analysisDevelopment of analysis methods, models or toolsSoftware verification and quality assurance processesUncertainty analysis and sensitivity studiesPython development for engineering applicationsSafety-critical industries such as Nuclear, Defence, Aerospace, Oil & Gas, Process Industries or Power GenerationDesirable ExperienceExperience with one or more of the following analysis codes would be advantageous:RELAPFLOMASTERVIPRECTFGOTHICExperience supporting safety cases, fault studies, transient analysis or reactor performance programmes would also be beneficial.QualificationsDegree qualified in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related disciplineChartered Engineer status, or working towards chartership, desirableSalary & BenefitsSalary £53,800 - £66,500Annual Bonus up to 12.5%£2,200 Flexible Benefits AllowanceExcellent Pension Scheme28 Days Holiday + Bank HolidaysOption to Buy or Sell Additional LeavePrivate Medical InsuranceLife AssuranceEnhanced Family-Friendly Policies including IVF SupportHome Office AllowanceFlexible & Hybrid WorkingWhy Apply?This is an opportunity to join a growing team of specialists working on one of the UK's most significant advanced nuclear programmes.You'll help develop, validate and improve the analytical methods that underpin reactor safety, performance and licensing, while working alongside experts in thermal hydraulics, reactor systems and engineering analysis.Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo BPSS and DBS clearance checks.TPBN1_UKTJ