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Derby, UK, United Kingdom
Onsite
Role: Engineering Capability Lead – Process Optimisation
Locations: Hybrid working with with your primary office location being which ever is closest to you: Derby, Warrington or Manchester
Company Mission
Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy crisis. We are in pole position to become a world leader in SMRs and the UK’s premier green export technology.
The Team
Engineering Governance and Process sits at the centre of our engineering ecosystem, shaping how we deliver safe, repeatable and scalable plant design. The team drives consistency, innovation, and discipline across our engineering community, ensuring standards underpin every decision we make.
Role Summary
In this context, we are looking for an Engineering Capability Lead – Process Optimisation, reporting to our Lead Engineer – Continuous Improvement. Working across a broad stakeholder group, this role will lead and deliver process improvements that enhance engineering delivery, strengthen assurance, and embed clear, scalable ways of working across the business.
Key Accountabilities
We’ll need you to:
Leading end-to-end improvement activities, from problem definition through analysis, solution development, implementation, and embedding change
Facilitating workshops and stakeholder engagement to identify inefficiencies, clarify requirements, and drive practical, agreed outcomes
Improving engineering processes, guidance, and lifecycle frameworks to ensure clarity, usability, and consistent application
Developing measures and KPIs, using data and insight to track process effectiveness, compliance, and improvement impact
This is a visible and business-critical role, requiring someone who thrives in ambiguity, brings structure to complex challenges, and builds momentum through collaboration and clear, outcome-focused delivery.
Skills & Experience
Degree in Engineering (or equivalent practical experience within a relevant technical or operational environment)
We’ll ask you about your experience of leading structured improvement or problem-solving activity within engineering, manufacturing, or regulated settings
Strong understanding of engineering processes, lifecycle stages, and governance frameworks, with the ability to translate complexity into practical solutions
Experience using data, stakeholder insight, and continuous improvement tools to drive measurable change
Location
We offer hybrid working, with regular attendance expected at one of our core sites (Derby, Manchester or Warrington), depending on team and business needs.
What’s in it for you
We anticipate paying a salary of between £60,000-£78,750
Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 12
Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
£250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases
Selection Process
The process will include an initial conversation with Talent Acquisition, followed by two interview stages.
Due to the nature of our industry, successful candidates will be required to complete BPSS clearance, including DBS and financial probity checks.
Inclusion Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, inclusive, and supportive recruitment practices.
We are happy to discuss flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments where required.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back—there’s no such thing as a perfect candidate. If you feel you meet around 75% of the requirements, we would love to hear from you.

Pay Range:
£60,000.00-
£78,750.00
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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