Senior Engineer - Test Delivery

Location: Derby, Manchester or Warrington 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 Senior Engineer and Engineer – Test Delivery.

Are you ready to be at the forefront of engineering innovation? Our Development Engineering organisation plays a pivotal role in proving that our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) power station design meets its ambitious objectives and rigorous requirements. We’re not just shaping the future of nuclear engineering—we’re driving a major infrastructure project that spans thermal-hydraulics, mechanical systems, controls & instrumentation, environmental science, and materials & chemistry.

Reporting to the Manager – Test Delivery for the area, the Senior Engineer – Test Delivery will play an important role in delivering the technical design associated with delivery of thermal hydraulic testing including fluid systems design. They will undertake design activities for various test programmes, such as for passive thermal hydraulic safety systems test rigs. They will do this by working closely with plant design engineers and technical specialists from across the power station engineering team.

Throughout the test design lifecycle, a key part of the Senior Engineer’s role will be to coach other Engineers, to develop the team’s overall capability; and to provide technical review of the team’s outputs.They will also act as an intelligent customer with the Supply Chain team to establish and build relationships with external suppliers and partners for the execution of projects.

For this role we welcome applications from people with varying levels of experience from good engineers who can apply their practical experience to strong experienced engineers with significant experience steam, fluid or mechanical testing. Salary within the band advertised is commensurate to experience and skill.

Key Selection Criteria:

Test Programmes – Skilled in delivering design projects from concept to detailed definition, including test planning, documentation, risk management, and clear communication of solutions.

Delivery – Proven ability to lead complex engineering projects in regulated industries—managing scope, budget, schedule, risks, and stakeholder relationships—while ensuring quality, safety, and effective issue resolution.

Communication and Influence – Analytical and methodical, with a systems-thinking mindset and experience collaborating in multi-disciplinary teams to define and manage system requirements.

Technical Coaching and Reviewing – Senior Engineers are responsible for delivering high-quality work while elevating team standards through coaching, detailed technical reviews, and constructive feedback

Ref 465 Department Engineering – Verification & Validation Location Derby, Manchester, Warrington Employment type Full-time Salary £48,000 – £62,500 Closing date 31/08/2025 Role related

Role Title: Senior Engineer – Test Delivery or Engineer – Test Delivery

Location: Derby, Manchester or Warrington 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 Senior Engineer and Engineer – Test Delivery.

Are you ready to be at the forefront of engineering innovation? Our Development Engineering organisation plays a pivotal role in proving that our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) power station design meets its ambitious objectives and rigorous requirements. We’re not just shaping the future of nuclear engineering—we’re driving a major infrastructure project that spans thermal-hydraulics, mechanical systems, controls & instrumentation, environmental science, and materials & chemistry.

Reporting to the Manager – Test Delivery for the area, the Senior Engineer – Test Delivery will play an important role in delivering the technical design associated with delivery of thermal hydraulic testing including fluid systems design. They will undertake design activities for various test programmes, such as for passive thermal hydraulic safety systems test rigs. They will do this by working closely with plant design engineers and technical specialists from across the power station engineering team.

Throughout the test design lifecycle, a key part of the Senior Engineer’s role will be to coach other Engineers, to develop the team’s overall capability; and to provide technical review of the team’s outputs.They will also act as an intelligent customer with the Supply Chain team to establish and build relationships with external suppliers and partners for the execution of projects.

For this role we welcome applications from people with varying levels of experience from good engineers who can apply their practical experience to strong experienced engineers with significant experience steam, fluid or mechanical testing. Salary within the band advertised is commensurate to experience and skill.

Key Selection Criteria:

Test Programmes – Skilled in delivering design projects from concept to detailed definition, including test planning, documentation, risk management, and clear communication of solutions.

Delivery – Proven ability to lead complex engineering projects in regulated industries—managing scope, budget, schedule, risks, and stakeholder relationships—while ensuring quality, safety, and effective issue resolution.

Communication and Influence – Analytical and methodical, with a systems-thinking mindset and experience collaborating in multi-disciplinary teams to define and manage system requirements.

Technical Coaching and Reviewing – Senior Engineers are responsible for delivering high-quality work while elevating team standards through coaching, detailed technical reviews, and constructive feedback

Pay and benefits

We anticipate paying a salary of between:

Engineer £40,000 – £52,500 DOE

Senior Engineer £48,000 – £62,500 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

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