Nuclear HVAC System Design Manage at Rolls-Royce

We are seeking a Nuclear HVAC Systems Design Manager to lead a team of around 20 engineers designing and integrating nuclear HVAC systems across the Reactor Island. The role involves planning the design activities, driving delivery, developing team capability, risk management and supporting governance processes. Reporting to the Senior Manager – HVAC System Design, this role ensures regulatory and safety compliance and supports delivery of integrated HVAC solutions across the SMR programme. 

Key Deliverables  

We’ll need you to: 

• Develop and maintain the engineering delivery plans. 
• Deliver compliant HVAC system designs integrated into the Reactor Island. 
• Apply nuclear safety principles in the design of nuclear HVAC systems in aid of building the plant safety case. 
• Represent the HVAC team at technical reviews. 
• Scope, enable and manage the work of other parties contributing to the design of HVAC systems. 
• Work with stakeholders to manage system requirements. 
• Develop processes to maintain an understanding of design changes across the Reactor Island that impact the HVAC system design. 
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal teams, 3rd parties supporting the design, equipment suppliers and regulators. 
• Build the team and its capability. 
• Drive the identification of risks and put mitigation plans in place. 
• This is a pivotal, highi mpact and long term role shaping a safetycritical system, where you’ll apply your HVAC expertise, systems thinking and strong integration skills across a complex engineering programme. 

Essential Skills / Qualifications  

• Experience managing teams of engineers. 
• A strong background in HVAC system design within nuclear or similarly regulated environments. 
• Knowledge of nuclear safety principles, design codes and systems engineering. 
• Experience in supplier engagement, change management and process development. 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Location  

• Hybrid working, with regular attendance at our Derby, Manchester or Warrington offices depending on project and team requirements. 

What’s in it for me?  

• Salary £60,000–£75,600 DOE 
• 12.5% bonus 
•  £2,200 benefits allowance 
•  12% employer pension, 28 days leave, BUPA cover, life assurance and a £250 home office allowance — within a rapidly growing engineering organisation.