Engineering Manager – Pumps

Location: Manchester, Warrington or Derby (Hybrid)

Salary: Competitive with excellent benefits

Morson are supporting a major UK Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programme, a landmark clean energy initiative developing next-generation nuclear technology.

We’re looking for an Engineering Manager – Pumps on behalf of our client, to lead the design, development, and integration of critical pump systems within a highly regulated, complex engineering environment.

You’ll join the Components & Mechanical Equipment function, responsible for delivering key pump technologies that support safe and efficient reactor operation. The team works across design, manufacturing, verification, and supply chain.

What You’ll Do

• Lead technical delivery of pump systems across the SMR programme
• Define and integrate pump solutions into wider plant design
• Lead and develop a growing engineering team
• Deliver complex engineering programmes (cost, schedule, quality)
• Work across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and programme teams
• Engage with senior stakeholders, suppliers, and regulators
• Drive governance, assurance, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in pumps / rotating equipment / mechanical systems
• Experience leading engineering teams or technical programmes
• Background in complex, regulated engineering environments
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Experience working across full product lifecycle
• Engineering degree or equivalent experience

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Bonus up to 12.5%
• £2,200 flexible benefits allowance
• 12% pension contribution
• 28 days holiday + buy/sell option
• Private medical cover (BUPA single cover)
• Life assurance (6x salary)
• Hybrid working (Derby, Warrington, Manchester)

Why This Role?

• Join a first-of-a-kind SMR nuclear programme
• Lead critical engineering systems with long-term impact
• Combine technical leadership with strategic influence
• High-growth, high-visibility programme environment

Additional Info

BPSS, DBS and financial probity checks will be required due to the nature of the sector.