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Lead the technical strategy and delivery of reactor core performance, including thermal hydraulics and fuel performance. Manage a multidisciplinary team of approximately 30 engineers to support the SMR design programme and regulatory engagement.
Requires a degree in a relevant engineering discipline and Chartered Engineer status with significant experience in nuclear core design. Must have a proven track record of managing large engineering teams and navigating nuclear regulatory frameworks.
Flexible (UK) – with regular collaboration across Derby, Warrington and Manchester
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are redefining the future of clean energy. Our small modular reactor technology will provide reliable, low-carbon power to millions—helping the UK and global communities transition to a more sustainable future. We are building a world-class engineering capability to deliver this ambition, combining nuclear expertise with modern design and manufacturing approaches.
You will join our Nuclear Core Engineering function, working at the heart of reactor design. This role leads a critical part of the organisation responsible for reactor core performance, spanning thermal hydraulics, fuel performance, and advanced simulation capabilities.
You’ll oversee a multidisciplinary team of approximately 30 engineers and specialists, structured across multiple sub-teams, and collaborate closely with a wider core organisation. The team plays a central role in delivering the core design programme, supporting regulatory engagement, and enabling key design milestones.
As Senior Manager – Core Performance, you will provide technical and programme leadership for one of the most complex and safety-critical areas of the SMR design.
You will be accountable for developing and delivering the reactor core performance strategy, including simulation methods, analytical capability, and thermal and fuel performance. You will lead the development of robust, integrated solutions that underpin the safety case and overall reactor design.
This is a senior leadership role with significant influence across the engineering organisation. You will shape technical direction, drive programme delivery, and play a key role in engagement with regulators, partners, and internal stakeholders.
This role offers flexible and hybrid working options. You will be expected to spend time on-site across our key locations in Derby, Warrington and Manchester to support collaboration and programme delivery.
What’s in It for You
We anticipate paying a salary of between £71,000 - £93,200.00 DOE plus:-
Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 17%
Benefits Allowance – £5000 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
You’ll be joining a rapidly growing organisation at a critical stage of its development, offering excellent opportunities for learning, professional development, and long-term career progression within a purpose-driven and innovative environment.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is central to our culture, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.
We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements and will make reasonable workplace adjustments where required to support individuals in performing at their best.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying, but there’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate. If you feel you meet around 75% of the requirements, we would love to hear from you.
We also welcome applications from individuals considering a sector move, particularly those with transferable experience from other regulated or safety-critical industries.
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£93,187.50
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.
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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Providing clean, affordable energy for all.
Climate change and its consequences are one of the greatest challenges ever to face mankind. The global challenge around decarbonisation is huge. At Rolls-Royce SMR, our vision is simple – we want to provide clean, affordable energy for all. A new approach to delivering nuclear power Our Small Modular Reactor is an integrated power station, that takes well understood, existing nuclear technology and applies a factory-based philosophy to its fabrication and assembly. This repeatable, standardised approach generates huge efficiency gains to make it a commoditised product that is affordable, repeatable, deliverable and investable on a global scale, providing cheaper and more flexible electricity to form part of a future balanced, clean energy mix. When fully operational the Rolls-Royce SMR programme will create 40,000 regional UK jobs by 2050 and generate £54bn in economic benefit, with a forecast to target £250bn in global exports for the UK. Join us and help to provide clean, affordable energy for all
Offices: Derby, GB
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