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Department: Engineering - Reactor Components & Mechanical Equipment
Location: Derby, Manchester, Warrington
Employment type: Full-time
Salary: £40,000 - £52,500
Closing date: 15/09/2025
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Role Title:
Component Engineer – Nuclear Equipment
Location: Warrington, Manchester or Derby, UK based hybrid
We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.
We are now recruiting for the exciting role of
Component Engineer – Nuclear Equipment.
The
Component Engineer – Nuclear Equipment will work within the Nuclear Equipment product design teams responsible for maturing the technical solution, working with cross functional teams and with a global supply chain to deliver product designs for the components within the scope of the role. The role requires that the candidate work to integrate all factors into the design process to define the product definition and supporting information.
The Nuclear Equipment product design team are responsible for the critical components within the reactor core, including Reactor Pressure Vessel Internals, Fuel Assemblies, Control Rod Assemblies, Neutron Source Assemblies, Core Instrumentation Components, Fresh and Spent Fuel Racks, and Spent Fuel Casks.
Key Selection Criteria:
- Design & Development: Lead the design of mechanical components, ideally within the nuclear sector, with a strong grasp of reactor systems, core operation, and spent fuel management.
- Technical Expertise: Apply deep understanding of system design, safety principles, and manufacturing processes to solve complex engineering challenges.
- Lifecycle Involvement: Contribute across all stages of the product lifecycle—from concept and detailed design to verification, manufacture, commissioning, and decommissioning.
- Supplier Engagement: Act as an intelligent customer, reviewing supplier bids and technical documentation, and collaborating to develop design and manufacturing solutions.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Build effective relationships with suppliers, regulators, and internal teams; support audits and capability development.
- Communication: Clearly communicate technical issues to diverse audiences, including senior stakeholders; present safety case arguments and facilitate technical discussions.
- Project Coordination: Plan and manage work across functions, navigating ambiguity in complex projects with confidence and clarity.
- Leadership & Mentoring: Support and guide team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages innovation and growth.
Pay And Benefits
We anticipate paying a salary of between £40,000 - £52,500 DOE plus:-
- Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 12.5%
- Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
- Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
- Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
- Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
- Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
- £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases
Company Related
We are Rolls-Royce SMR
Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission. We’re doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there’s a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.
We’re one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.
The start-up mentality coupled with our strengths-approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies.
Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues
Our Culture
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.
Our Application Process
Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:
Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
