Location:
Any of the Rolls-Royce SMR locations,Manchester, Warrington& Derby (Hybrid)
Our Mission
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are delivering a new generation of clean, reliable nuclear power. Our innovative Small Modular Reactor technology will help meet growing global energy demand while supporting the transition to a low-carbon future. We are bringing together exceptional people to solve complex engineering challenges and accelerate the delivery of sustainable energy solutions.
The Team
Structural Analysis is a critical function within our Engineeringorganisation,providingthe capability that underpins the safety,integrityand performance of our reactor design. Reporting to the Chief Design Engineer for Components & Mechanical Equipment, this role leads a department of approximately 45 specialists and senior leaders, supporting major developmentprogrammes, site deploymentactivitiesand future fleet operations.
The Role
This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the most strategically important engineering functions within Rolls-Royce SMR. You will be accountable for the delivery,developmentand long-term direction of Structural Analysis across the business, balancingprogrammedelivery with capability growth while influencing engineering strategy,organisationalprioritiesand regulatory confidence.
What We'll Need You to Do
Lead and develop the Structural Analysis function, setting strategic direction for capability,resourcesand growth.
Ensure successful delivery of Structural Analysis across developmentprogrammesand lifecycle phases.
Provide enterprise-wideprioritisationacross competingprogrammeand business demands.
Act as the senior authority for Structural Analysis, driving governance,qualityand Design Authority maturity.
Build and inspire a high-performing leadership team and culture of continuous improvement.
Represent the function with senior stakeholders, regulators,customersand external partners.
What You'll Bring
Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent) and a degree in an engineering discipline.
Significant experienceleading large engineering functions within complex, regulated industries.
Proven success leading through senior managers and delivering results across sizeableorganisations
Strong strategic leadership capability and experience influencing executive stakeholders.
Technical credibility within Structural Analysis or related engineering disciplines.
The ability to develop people, drivetransformationand build sustainable capability.
Location
This role can be basedfromany Rolls-Royce SMR location with hybrid and flexible working arrangements available. Regular collaboration across Derby, Warrington and Manchester will berequired, with occasional travel to other business and customer sites as needed.
What’s in It for You:
We anticipate paying a salary of between £85,600.00 - £115,800.00 DOE plus:-
You’ll be joining a rapidly growing organisation at a critical stage of its development, offering excellent opportunities for learning, professional development, and long-term career progression within a purpose-driven and innovative environment.
Pay Range:
£85,600.00
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£112,350.00
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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Climate change and its consequences are one of the greatest challenges ever to face mankind. The global challenge around decarbonisation is huge.
At Rolls-Royce SMR, our vision is simple – we want to provide clean, affordable energy for all.
A new approach to delivering nuclear power
Our Small Modular Reactor is an integrated power station, that takes well understood, existing nuclear technology and applies a factory-based philosophy to its fabrication and assembly.
This repeatable, standardised approach generates huge efficiency gains to make it a commoditised product that is affordable, repeatable, deliverable and investable on a global scale, providing cheaper and more flexible electricity to form part of a future balanced, clean energy mix.
When fully operational the Rolls-Royce SMR programme will create 40,000 regional UK jobs by 2050 and generate £54bn in economic benefit, with a forecast to target £250bn in global exports for the UK.
Join us and help to provide clean, affordable energy for all
