Manufacturing Lead - ASME

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we’re tackling the energy challenge head on by building the next generation of clean energy. We're developing innovative small modular reactors, making clean energy more accessible while creating a UK success story with the potential to transform energy systems around the world.

The appointment of a Manufacturing Lead – ASME will be a pivotal role at Rolls Royce SMR to act as the ASME technical specialist and will guide the organisation through the certification process.

You will be reporting to our Senior Manufacturing Manager and your role will look like, Being responsible for developing the capability required for Rolls-Royce SMR to manufacture ASME-compliant components Defining the activities, requirements and programme needed to achieve certification Creating and implementing the quality framework required to meet ASME certification requirements Providing specialist guidance to Manufacturing, Engineering and Supply Chain teams

• Being responsible for developing the capability required for Rolls-Royce SMR to manufacture ASME-compliant components
• Defining the activities, requirements and programme needed to achieve certification
• Creating and implementing the quality framework required to meet ASME certification requirements
• Providing specialist guidance to Manufacturing, Engineering and Supply Chain teams

We seek an inspiring and tenacious individual who will have had exposure in regulated or safety‑critical environments (as you would expect nuclear 'know-how' will be of great interest to us, whilst those from defence, aerospace and manufacturing sectors may all have transferable capability).

• Significant ASME manufacturing certification experience
• Demonstrable experience supporting companies through ASME certification and compliance processes
• Ability to operate as a technical specialist and advisor

This role can be based from our Derby, Manchester or Warrington office. Hybrid working is standard, with regular supplier travel required. Some international travel may also be required depending on supplier activity.

• A salary between £63,700 and £78,750 depending on experience
• 12.5% performance related bonus
• A benefits allowance of £2,200 to build a personalised package
• Pension – 12% employer, 6% employee
• Holidays – 28 days + public holidays (option to buy/sell up to 4 days)
• Private Medical Insurance – BUPA
• Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay
• £250 one-off home office setup payment

Pay Range: £60,000.00 - £78,750.00

You’ll join a forward-thinking, inclusive and innovative organisation offering:

• A flexible and supportive working environment
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• 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.

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening.

• 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

We are Rolls-Royce SMR A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and…