Reactor Island Holistic Layout Manager at Rolls-Royce

We are seeking a Manager – Reactor Island Holistic Layout to lead the delivery of island‑level layout design and the integration of installations across the Reactor Island. Reporting to the Senior Manager – Reactor Island Layout & Installations, this role combines people leadership, technical direction and process improvement to support a major engineering programme.

Key Deliverables 

We’ll need you to:

• Lead a team of Layout and Installation Engineers to deliver the integrated Reactor Island layout.
• Drive process improvements, tooling capability and configuration for RI layouts and installations.
• Represent RI Holistic Layout in cross‑functional design reviews.
• Recruit, coach and develop team members, ensuring high performance and strong technical governance.
• This role offers the chance to influence one of the most complex areas of the SMR design, bringing strong leadership, integration skills and technical insight to a growing programme.

Essential Skills / Qualifications 

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in layout, installation or mechanical integration within complex engineering environments.
• Ability to lead, mentor and develop engineering teams.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary functions.
• We’ll ask about your experience delivering layout solutions and driving process improvements.

Location 

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

What’s in it for you? 

• Salary £57,600–£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 — all within a forward‑thinking, innovative organisation.

Selection Process & Statements

• The selection process includes an introductory call with Talent Acquisition followed by interview stages. Applicants must obtain BPSS clearance, complete a DBS check and pass a basic financial probity check.