At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development and improvement of engineering standards for clean energy solutions.
- Company: Join Rolls-Royce SMR, a leader in clean, affordable energy technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus opportunities, generous holiday allowance, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Hybrid working with excellent career growth and a commitment to diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy sector while shaping engineering standards.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in standards governance.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 78750 £ per year.
Location: Hybrid working with a primary office in Derby, Warrington, or Manchester.
Company: Rolls‑Royce SMR is a company delivering clean, affordable energy through our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology.
Summary: We are looking for an Engineering Capability Lead – Standards to lead the development, embedding and continuous improvement of our engineering standards framework.
Key Deliverables:
- Shape and govern the organisation‑wide approach to engineering standards, ensuring consistent selection and application.
- Develop and embed processes for managing international and bespoke standards, ensuring traceability and compliance.
- Oversee the authoring, review and lifecycle control of internal standards, supporting quality and usability.
- Enable access to standards across our engineering community while contributing to industry‑wide harmonisation and best practice.
Skills & Experience:
- Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience in a standards or technical governance environment.
- Experience shaping standards frameworks and driving adoption across complex engineering organisations.
- Strong knowledge of engineering standards, regulatory alignment, and technical documentation.
- Experience applying systems thinking, audit/assurance principles, and translating requirements into structured, practical solutions.
Location: Hybrid working is offered with an expectation to attend a Rolls‑Royce SMR office location regularly to support collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
Remuneration & Benefits:
- Salary: £60,000 – £78,750 per annum
- Bonus: Performance‑related target opportunity of 7%
- Benefits allowance: £2,200 per annum for bespoke package
- Pension: 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
- Holidays: 28 days holiday plus public holidays, with 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
Selection Process:
The selection will include an initial conversation with Talent Acquisition, followed by two interview stages. Candidates will be required to obtain BPSS clearance and complete DBS and financial probity checks.
EEO Statement:
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Flexible working arrangements will be considered and reasonable adjustments made where required.
Engineering Capability Lead - Standards employer: Rolls-Royce SMR Limited
Rolls-Royce SMR is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration in the pursuit of clean energy solutions. With hybrid working options available from our offices in Derby, Warrington, or Manchester, employees benefit from a supportive environment that fosters professional growth through continuous improvement of engineering standards. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our competitive remuneration package, generous holiday allowance, and comprehensive benefits, making us an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
