Senior Mechanical Handling Engineer

Rolls Royce SMR Ltd.; Derby, Manchester, Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce SMR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Handling Engineer for a groundbreaking project in power station design. This hybrid role involves developing integrated technical solutions and requires experience in mechanical equipment design and flexibility to adapt as the team evolves. Candidates with 75% of the qualifications are encouraged to apply and make a significant contribution to an exciting phase of SMR business growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical equipment design.
• Proven track record of delivering complex, safety-critical equipment.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Developing fully integrated technical solutions for Reactor Island Mechanical Handling Equipment.
• Supporting cross-functional integration and delivering robust designs.
• Integrating solutions into the overall design and contributing to cost and program development.

Skills

Mechanical equipment design

Safety-critical equipment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Flexibility

Adaptability

Job description

Role Title: Senior Mechanical Handling Engineer

Location: hybrid working with one of the following as your primary site: Derby, Manchester, or Warrington

We are Rolls-Royce SMR, undertaking a groundbreaking project that is revolutionising the industry. This is a unique, once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such challenges. This role is more than just a job; it's about leaving a legacy.

We are recruiting for the role of Senior Mechanical Handling Engineer to be involved in an industry-leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of power station.

Reporting to the Manager for Reactor Island Mechanical Handling, the Senior Engineer – Reactor Island Mechanical Handling will be responsible for developing fully integrated technical solutions for through-life Reactor Island Mechanical Handling Equipment.

This role, along with other senior engineer roles within the Reactor Island Mechanical Handling team, will focus on developing equipment solutions. The environment is evolving, and flexibility is essential. The candidate will be expected to develop products throughout the entire product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical equipment design, with a proven track record of delivering complex, safety-critical equipment, and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team. Flexibility and adaptability within the role and team are important as the business develops.

The senior engineer will support the team’s capabilities and meet demanding requirements from across the business.

The successful candidate will produce engineering solutions supported by cross-functional integration, demonstrating the validity of technical solutions, delivering robust designs with safety justifications, detailed mechanical analysis, and Design for X assessments. They will also integrate solutions into the overall design and contribute to cost and program development during this exciting phase of SMR business growth.

If you meet at least 75% of the requirements, we encourage you to apply. We welcome applications from individuals considering a career move or sector switch, especially those with transferable skills.