Rolls-Royce SMR
Rolls-Royce SMR
501 – 1,000 Employees
ConsultingEnergyManufacturing
Rolls-Royce SMR is a British engineering and energy company developing factory-built Small Modular Reactors for dependable, low-carbon nuclear power. Its 470 MW reactor design draws on Rolls-Royce’s nuclear engineering and manufacturing expertise, with the company working through UK regulatory assessments while developing supply chains and manufacturing capabilities. The business is focused on making SMR deployment practical at scale, supporting decarbonisation and long-term energy security in the UK and international markets.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Pipework – Rolls-Royce SMR (Derby Hybrid)

Lead manufacturing engineering for nuclear pipework assemblies at Rolls-Royce SMR. Establish factory processes, documentation, and supplier readiness for small modular reactor components.

Description

  • Lead manufacturing engineering for large pipework assemblies
  • Partner with a module-focused manufacturing engineer
  • Develop manufacturing methods, processes, and production systems for major nuclear components and pipework
  • Define manufacturing approaches for complex pipework systems
  • Verify design manufacturability, supply-chain capability, and production readiness before factory operations begin
  • Create manufacturing documentation, standards, and work instructions
  • Support supplier selection, development, and technical readiness
  • Report to the Senior Manufacturing Manager

Requirements

  • Experience in manufacturing engineering for complex engineered products
  • Background in process development and industrialisation
  • Experience applying Design for Manufacture principles
  • Experience in supplier development or technical supplier support
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments
  • Nuclear experience is desirable; transferable expertise from defence, aerospace, or manufacturing may be relevant
  • Ability to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
  • Successful completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Successful completion of a basic financial probity check
  • Willingness to travel regularly to suppliers
  • Willingness to undertake some international travel depending on supplier activity

Benefits

  • 12.5% performance-related bonus
  • £2,200 benefits allowance for a personalised package
  • Pension with 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
  • 28 days of annual leave plus public holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 4 days
  • Private medical insurance through BUPA
  • Life assurance worth six times pensionable pay
  • £250 one-off payment for home office setup
  • Flexible and supportive working environment
  • Career progression and professional development opportunities
  • Workplace culture focused on diversity, innovation, and continuous learning

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