Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Ref 366 Department Engineering - CSA Installation & Modular Integration
Location Derby, Manchester, Warrington
Employment type Full-time
Salary £40,000 - £52,500
Closing date 09/10/2025

Role Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Hybrid working with one of the following locations as primary: Derby, Warrington or Manchester

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 Mechanical Engineer, to be involved in industry leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of power station.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of the SMR containment structural components and related systems engineering ownership as part of the Containment Vessel Structure team.
• Work within a core team responsible for the delivery of critical path components with a significant number of system and component interfaces.
• Apply systems engineering to develop the maturity of the Containment System.
• Manage requirements, design data, and system modelling within IBM DOORS in line with business governance processes.
• Ensure the requirement set and systems engineering capability progresses to a detailed design standard through the next design gate.
• Update supporting documentation and drawings (P&IDs, System Design Descriptions, HAZOPs) as the design matures.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure clarity and visibility across departments.
• Develop and understand technical and through-life requirements of systems, structures, and components (SSCs); perform optioneering studies to determine optimal design, manufacturing, and construction solutions aligned with the SMR modular build philosophy. System engineering functions are expected to be 25% of weekly work.

Qualifications

We welcome applications from candidates who meet at least 75% of the requirements. The role is open to individuals with transferable skills and those considering a career move or sector jump.

Key capabilities include:

• Experience in systems engineering and interface management for complex structural components.
• Familiarity with requirements management and modelling tools (e.g., IBM DOORS).
• Ability to develop design maturity through documentation such as P&IDs, System Design Descriptions, and HAZOPs.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across multiple stakeholders.
• Understanding of through-life requirements for SSCs and optioneering studies.

Pay and benefits

Salary: £40,000 - £52,500 DOE plus:

• Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 12.5%
• Benefits Allowance - £2,200 per annum
• Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
• Holidays - 28 days (+ public holidays) with the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days
• Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover
• Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
• £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases

Company

We are Rolls-Royce SMR. Rolls-Royce SMR blends a world-class brand with a challenging startup mission to deliver low carbon power infrastructure. This role offers a pace and energy aligned with our mission and values.

Culture and inclusion

Rolls-Royce SMR is committed to diverse, inclusive teams where everyone can be themselves at work. Our culture values strengths-based development and opportunities to grow in meaningful roles.

Application Process

Due to safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to complete additional screening, including:

• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check