Engineer- Valves in Derby

Engineer – Valves & Actuators We anticipate offering between £40,000-£52,500 (DOE) Warrington, OR Derby offices – Hybrid working flexibility 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 looking for anEngineer – Valves & Actuatorsto support the development of fully integrated technical solutions across the valves and actuators domain. This role plays a key part in advancing product maturity, programme execution, and governance. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate within cross-functional teams and engage with the global supply chain to deliver high-quality component designs. Contribute to the definition of product specifications by integrating technical, programme, and operational factors into the design process. Support product development throughout the entire lifecycle, from concept to delivery, often working in dynamic, iterative, and evolving environments. Key Selection Criteria: Broad Knowledge of Structural Integrity in the Nuclear Industry Understanding of the cross-functional aspects of structural integrity in high-reliability nuclear applications, aligned with UK ONR Safety Assessment Principles (EMC.1-EMC.3). The candidate should have a general awareness of key contributing disciplines—design and analysis, materials, non-destructive examination, quality, and manufacturing—with deeper expertise in one or more areas preferred. Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building Strong ability to build and maintain relationships across internal teams—design, analysis, manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial—as well as with external stakeholders including suppliers, customers, and regulators. The role involves leading supplier interactions, supporting third-party discussions, and delivering presentations on complex, cross-functional topics. Programme development & delivery The candidate shall be required to develop, manage programmes of work for a defined scope of the role. This will include interacting with other teams delivering dependent activities to ensure progress is monitored and aligned with the integrated programme. The candidate shall be required to input and engage in managing risks across the programme and ensure adequate mitigation activities are identified and implemented. Team Environment The candidate must foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture and be a proactive team player. They should demonstrate flexibility, a questioning mindset, and resilience in dynamic, uncertain environments, supporting various aspects of the business as needed. Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders Ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders across all levels. Experienced in fostering a supportive environment and leading technical discussions with third parties.

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