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, Site Installation - Derby Hybrid
Senior Manufacturing Engineer helping Rolls-Royce SMR develop installation methods for small modular reactor equipment. The role covers constructability, assembly integration and supplier collaboration in a hybrid UK setting.
Description
- Create installation methods, sequencing plans and site strategies for assembling and integrating manufactured equipment.
- Define practical installation methodologies for manufactured systems.
- Embed constructability requirements throughout relevant activities.
- Coordinate integration work between engineering and construction teams.
- Contribute to Design for Manufacture and Assembly initiatives.
- Collaborate with construction and engineering teams to improve installability.
- Assist with supplier and contractor engagement.
- Report to the Senior Manufacturing Manager.
Requirements
- Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments.
- Background in manufacturing or installation engineering.
- Capability in method development and process planning.
- Strong stakeholder management skills.
- Experience assembling or installing large engineered products.
- An engineering degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Ability to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard clearance.
- Successful completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
- Successful completion of a basic financial probity check.
- Willingness to travel regularly to suppliers.
- Availability for international travel when supplier activities require it.
Benefits
- 12.5% performance-related bonus.
- £2,200 benefits allowance for a personalised package.
- Pension contribution of 12% from the employer and 6% from the employee.
- 28 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
- Option to buy or sell up to four holiday days.
- Private medical insurance through BUPA.
- Life assurance worth six times pensionable pay.
- £250 one-time 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.