Senior Engineer - Conventional Mechanical Support Equipment

The Company

At Rolls‑Royce SMR, our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all.

Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programme provides a British solution to a global energy crisis, combining world‑class engineering, advanced manufacturing and a new era of low‑carbon innovation. We are uniquely positioned to become a world leader in SMRs and the UK’s flagship green‑export technology, supporting energy security, national resilience and a more sustainable future.

The Team

You will join our Plant Support Equipment (PSE) function a newly created and rapidly growing team responsible for the design, definition and delivery of all equipment needed to inspect, maintain, repair, install and support SMR plant systems throughout their full lifecycle.

PSE plays a central role in ensuring our power stations are ready for operation, remain safe throughout their lifetime, and can be serviced efficiently during outages. This team works closely with specialists across components, systems, stress, shielding, thermal analysis, supply chain and construction partners.

Role Summary

Job title: Senior Engineer – Nuclear Plant Support Equipment (PSE)

We are looking for a Senior Engineer who wants to shape the future of nuclear engineering. In this role, you will help define, design and deliver the tools and equipment that enable SMRs to be safely installed, commissioned, maintained and eventually decommissioned.

This role is pivotal your work ensures that every solution we deploy is safe, compliant, traceable, and ready to support first‑of‑a‑kind nuclear power stations. You’ll influence the integration of PSE across the entire power‑station lifecycle and contribute to a growing engineering capability with global reach.

Key Responsibilities

You will be doing…

• Developing and delivering PSE designs, from requirements capture through CAD models, mechanical sequences and technical substantiation.
• Acting as an intelligent customer — reviewing, challenging and validating supplier solutions against safety, quality and regulatory expectations.
• Preparing clear, evidence‑based technical documentation to support regulatory submissions, including ONR‑aligned ALARP/SAPs substantiation.
• Coordinating with multiple disciplines: layout, components, systems, stress, shielding, thermal analysis, supply chain and procurement.

Managing requirements and configuration using DOORS to ensure full lifecycle traceability.

Identifying risks, opportunities, innovations and continuous‑improvement actions.

Supporting and mentoring junior engineers, helping build capability across the team.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

These are the non‑negotiables for this role:

• Strong experience in mechanical or nuclear engineering design and technical delivery.
• Experience producing technical reports, justifications, or regulatory evidence aligned to safety codes, standards and ALARP principles.
• Ability to interpret and manage engineering requirements (e.g., DOORS).
• Proven cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Understanding of through‑life activities: installation, commissioning, operations, maintenance and decommissioning.
• Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
  
  

Pay And Benefits

We anticipate paying a salary of between £50,650 - £66,500 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

Location & Ways of Working

We offer hybrid working, with offices in Derby, Warrington and Manchester.

The frequency of on‑site attendance will be discussed individually during the recruitment process.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:

• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.
  
  

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

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
  
  

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