Derby, UK, United Kingdom
Onsite
We are Rolls‑Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once‑in‑a‑career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.
The Development Engineering organisation is responsible for demonstrating that the SMR power station design meets its objectives and requirements. Through verification and validation, testing, demonstration, and research and technology programmes, the team provides the evidence necessary to support the development and delivery of the SMR programme.
Development Engineering comprises four key capability areas: Research & Technology, Verification & Validation, Test, and Commissioning.
As a Test Capability Engineer, you will play a key role in enabling the successful delivery of test programmes across the SMR programme.
Reporting to the Test Capability Manager, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the processes, methods, tools and standards that support the effective delivery of testing activities. You will work closely with project delivery teams, subject matter experts and supply chain partners to ensure testing is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of technologies and engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, thermal‑hydraulics, materials and chemistry, and civil engineering.
We know there’s no such thing as the ‘perfect’ candidate. If you meet around 75% of the criteria below, we’d love to hear from you:
Test Design Experience
Development of Capability
Experience in one or more of the following would be advantageous:
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Systems Engineering
Safety Culture
Hybrid working with one of the following as your primary site:
Derby, Manchester or Warrington.
The salary band for this role will be between £42,000 – £55,150 dependent on the skills, values and knowledge you bring. There may be flexibility with the starting salary in exceptional cases, and the role may develop further over time.
Benefits include:
The closing date for this role is 15th July 2026. The process will begin with an introductory call with the Talent Acquisition Partner, with interviews being able to take place straight away.
Pay Range:
£42,000.00-
£55,125.00
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:
• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Our Application Process
Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:
• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
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