Engineer - MDP Civils

Engineer - MDP Civils

Full-Time 42000 - 55150 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Rolls-Royce SMR

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support civil engineering projects and collaborate with diverse teams to innovate clean energy solutions.
  • Company: Join Rolls-Royce SMR, a leader in pioneering sustainable nuclear technology.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, generous leave, and career growth opportunities.
  • Other info: Inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of clean energy while developing your engineering skills.
  • Qualifications: Engineering qualification and experience in civil engineering projects required.

The predicted salary is between 42000 - 55150 £ per year.

Engineer – MDP Civils

Location

Derby, Manchester or Warrington with Hybrid Working Available.

This role will also require weekly onsite presence at Factory 2050, Sheffield.

About Rolls-Royce SMR

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are pioneering a new era of clean energy through innovative nuclear technology.

We're bringing together talented people from diverse backgrounds to solve some of the most complex engineering challenges and help shape the future of sustainable power.

We believe the best ideas come from different perspectives and experiences.

If you're excited about this opportunity but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

  • What You'll Be Doing
  • We Need You To
  • Support the delivery of civil engineering demonstrator projects that validate modular construction approaches.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and construction teams to ensure designs can be manufactured, assembled and deployed effectively.
  • Work closely with suppliers and delivery partners to ensure alignment with Rolls-Royce SMR construction and assembly strategies.
  • Help manage project activities to achieve key safety, quality, cost and schedule objectives.
  • Coordinate with project engineers, civil engineers, design teams, procurement teams, quality professionals and external partners.
  • Contribute to the successful delivery of projects that provide critical data to support the maturity of our modularisation and site factory strategy.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and ensure activities are undertaken in line with applicable regulations and standards.
  • What Success Looks Like

Success in this role will be measured through the safe, on-time and on-budget delivery of demonstrator projects that provide valuable insights and evidence to support the future delivery of Rolls-Royce SMR power stations.

What We're Looking For

  • We're particularly interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate:
  • Experience delivering civil engineering projects, including managing technical, financial and commercial risks.
  • A strong commitment to safety and an understanding of working within highly regulated industries.
  • Experience operating within complex project environments and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
  • The ability to work collaboratively with suppliers, contractors and delivery partners.
  • Experience using project delivery tools, metrics and performance management approaches to maintain control of project activities.
  • Knowledge of construction delivery, manufacturing integration, design for manufacture and assembly principles, or modular construction techniques.
  • Practical experience supporting a positive safety culture and awareness of CDM (2015).

Qualifications & Experience

We're looking for candidates with

  • A recognised engineering qualification such as an HND, Foundation Degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
  • Ideally, professional registration or accreditation such as IEng or CEng.
  • Experience within civil engineering projects, preferably within nuclear, energy, infrastructure or another highly regulated sector.
  • The ability to communicate effectively and build productive relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Reward & Benefits
  • £2,200 flexible benefits allowance
  • Up to 12.5% annual bonus opportunity
  • 6x pensionable life assurance
  • 50% income protection
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • £250 new joiner payment
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Flexible and part-time working options
  • Pay Range

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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Engineer - MDP Civils employer: Rolls-Royce SMR

As a Senior Layout and Assemblies Engineer at Rolls-Royce SMR, you will be part of a pioneering team dedicated to delivering clean, affordable energy solutions. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and generous holiday allowances. Our hybrid working model supports work-life balance, while our commitment to inclusivity ensures a welcoming environment for all backgrounds.

Rolls-Royce SMR

Contact Details:

Rolls-Royce SMR Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Engineer - MDP Civils

Civil Engineering
Project Management
Safety Management
Stakeholder Coordination
Modular Construction Techniques
Construction Delivery Knowledge
Manufacturing Integration