Associate Noise & Vibration Engineer

QinetiQ Limited; Rosyth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology company in Rosyth is seeking an Associate Noise & Vibration Engineer to contribute to naval platform performance. This role involves conducting measurements, data analysis, and technical reporting. Candidates should have an interest in engineering, strong data analysis skills, and a collaborative mindset. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a matched pension scheme and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal

Qualifications

• Practical experience or relevant technical skills.
• Ability to work in field and laboratory environments.
• Motivation to learn new techniques and methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct noise and vibration measurements on naval platforms.
• Perform data analysis and technical modelling.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and presentations.
• Support experimental trials and project planning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop new tools and methods.

Skills

Interest in engineering

Data analysis

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Flexibility in travel

Motivation to learn

Education

Practical or academic experience in engineering or science

Job description

Job Title: Associate Noise & Vibration Engineer

Location: Rosyth, Scotland, United Kingdom

Role Type: Permanent – Full Time

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

We are seeking an Associate Noise & Vibration Engineer to join our team at Rosyth. As a Noise & Vibration Engineer, you will directly contribute to the assessment and improvement of naval platform performance, helping our customers understand and reduce susceptibility to detection by underwater radiated noise.

Day-to-day, you’ll be involved in a mix of field trials, laboratory analysis, modelling, and reporting. You’ll work closely with a high-performing team of engineers and data analysts on diverse projects, including experimental trials on ships and submarines, data acquisition, and technical modelling.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting noise and vibration measurements on naval platforms
• Performing data analysis and technical modelling
• Preparing detailed technical reports and presentations
• Supporting experimental trials and project planning
• Travelling to QinetiQ ranges, shipyards, and occasionally overseas
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop new tools and methods

Essential experience of the Noise & Vibration Engineer:

• Interest in engineering, science, or technical problem-solving
• Ability to analyse data and identify patterns
• Comfort working in both field and laboratory environments
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Flexible approach to travel and short-notice deployment
• Motivation to learn new techniques and methods

Essential qualifications for the Noise & Vibration Engineer:

• Practical or academic experience in engineering, science, or a technical discipline – formal degree not required
• Practical experience or relevant technical skills

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at QinetiQ Rosyth. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Please note that all applicants for this role must be willing to go through DV Clearance.