Chief, Structural Analysis & Strategy

Rolls-Royce SMR Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 85,600 - 115,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance‑related bonus 20%

Pension – 12% employer contributions

Private medical insurance – BUPA

Life assurance – 6× pensionable pay

Holiday 28 days + public holidays

Home‑office one‑off payment

Job summary

Rolls‑Royce SMR Limited is seeking a senior leader to head the Structural Analysis function within the Engineering organisation. The role focuses on delivering and shaping the long‑term strategy across programmes and lifecycle phases.

You will lead a team, drive governance and Design Authority maturity, and engage with regulators, customers and external partners to deliver enterprise‑wide prioritisation and responsible, sustainable capability growth.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent) is required.
• A degree in an engineering discipline is required.
• Experience leading large engineering functions in regulated industries is essential.
• Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and shape strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Structural Analysis function, setting strategic direction for capability, resources and growth.
• Ensure successful delivery of Structural Analysis across development programmes and lifecycle phases.
• Provide enterprise‑wide prioritisation across competing programme and business demands.
• Act as the senior authority for Structural Analysis, driving governance, quality and Design Authority maturity.
• Build and inspire a high‑performing leadership team and culture of continuous improvement.
• Represent the function with senior stakeholders, regulators, customers and external partners.

Education

Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent)

Engineering degree

Job description

Rolls‑Royce SMR Limited is seeking a senior leader to head the Structural Analysis function within the Engineering organisation. The role focuses on delivering and shaping the long‑term strategy across programmes and lifecycle phases.

You will lead a team, drive governance and Design Authority maturity, and engage with regulators, customers and external partners to deliver enterprise‑wide prioritisation and responsible, sustainable capability growth.