Electrical Design Engineer – Test Facility Controls (Hybrid)

Rolls-Royce; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Retirement Savings

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Employee Shares scheme

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Bristol is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer for Test Facility Design (TFD) to define and support engine and rig testing within Defence. You will lead electrical capability, review customer requirements, and integrate new technologies to improve efficiency in our hybrid Bristol facilities.

The role requires knowledge of test facilities, PLC software, and plant control systems, with a background in electrical wiring designs and hazardous areas. SC clearance may be needed.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or degree level in electrical engineering is expected.
• Knowledge of gas turbines test facilities, including PLC software, is desirable.
• Experience designing electrical wiring and schematics using AutoCAD or similar; hazardous areas.
• BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) knowledge is important.
• Experience with plant control systems and system diagnosis with suppliers and Rolls-Royce electricians.

Responsibilities

• Define electrical and plant control system specs for Test Facilities, Rigs and integration of test articles.
• Lead technical solutions to deliver electrical capability in test facilities.
• Investigate and troubleshoot existing electrical/control systems on operating facilities.
• Introduce new technology and standards to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in multi-function design reviews to align with customer requirements.
• Design electrical wiring and schematics using AutoCAD.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Gas turbine test facilities

PLC software

System diagnosis

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Rolls-Royce Bristol is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer for Test Facility Design (TFD) to define and support engine and rig testing within Defence. You will lead electrical capability, review customer requirements, and integrate new technologies to improve efficiency in our hybrid Bristol facilities.

The role requires knowledge of test facilities, PLC software, and plant control systems, with a background in electrical wiring designs and hazardous areas. SC clearance may be needed.