Nuclear Infrastructure Engineering Manager (Hybrid)

Rolls-Royce; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Derby is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the development of a new nuclear infrastructure and facility for nuclear fuel manufacture. You will drive the organisational design, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure delivery of a safe, compliant facility while maintaining a strong safety culture.

The role requires proven engineering management experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with customers and partners in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering management, preferably in the nuclear industry or a related safety critical field.
• Strong knowledge of legislative requirements and compliance standards in the nuclear sector or other similarly challenging fields.
• Experience in the design and construction of new facilities with hazardous processes is essential.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of a new operational business unit and lead the strategy for the new nuclear infrastructure to support product execution.
• Assist in the design and development of the organisation dedicated to the manufacture of nuclear fuel.
• Own and drive the design of the new facilities and supporting site infrastructure.
• Coordinate inputs from engineering teams to deliver a safe and compliant facility.
• Promote innovative yet proven methods to ensure delivery of a safe facility.
• Maintain a constant focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Engineering management

Nuclear industry experience

Project leadership

Safety compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Rolls-Royce Derby is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the development of a new nuclear infrastructure and facility for nuclear fuel manufacture. You will drive the organisational design, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure delivery of a safe, compliant facility while maintaining a strong safety culture.

The role requires proven engineering management experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with customers and partners in a high-stakes environment.