Reactor Island Holistic Layout Manager

Manager – Reactor Island Holistic Layout

Location: Derby, Warrington or Manchester (Hybrid working options available)

Salary: £57,600 – £75,600 DOE

The role is suited to a degree‑qualified mechanical engineer (or equivalent) with experience who will support the design and delivery of the Rolls‑Royce SMR Reactor Island Layout. The Reactor Island Integration Team is accountable for designing the physical layout of the RR SMR Reactor Island and ensuring the Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing installation is integrated with the modular build philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of the integrated island‑level layout design, leading a team of Layout and Installation/Assembly Engineers.
• Delivery of RI Layout and Installations‑specific process improvements, tooling capability, and product configuration.
• Represent RI Holistic Layout as a panel member for interfacing teams’ design reviews.
• Recruit and manage resources within the team to drive delivery and best utilise individuals’ strengths.
• Lead, support and develop team members – support personal development plans and identify suitable training.
• Provide guidance and coaching to the team on technical and governance related matters.

Salary & Package

• £57,600 – £75,600 DOE
• Bonus – Performance related target opportunity 12.5%
• Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum
• Pension – 12% employer, 6% employee contributions
• Holidays – 28 days + 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 for new starters for home office purchases

Why Join Us?

• 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. 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.

Application Process

• 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