Engine Environmental Protection R&T Manager

Energy Vault; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking an Engine Environmental Protection R&T Manager in Derby. This role requires strong leadership and technical knowledge in mechanical design and project management. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant engineering degree and demonstrate excellent analytical and communication skills, plus a commitment to health and safety practices.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Competitive salary and exceptional benefits

Support for continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• SG10 experience required.
• Understanding of mechanical design methodologies and cross-discipline engineering concepts.
• Knowledge of product integrity and certification frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiation and planning of R&T activities in EEP.
• Monitor resource allocation and ensure project milestones are met.
• Act as focal point for R&T program communication.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Engine Environmental Protection R&T Manager

Full Time

Derby

What you will be doing:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Engine Environmental Protection R&T Managerto join our team in Derby.

The R&T management role sits within the Engine Environmental Protection (EEP) team, which forms part of the Systems Engineering and Product Performance organisation (SEPP).

The role is heavily focussed on the programme management of research and technology / capability work packages owned by EEP. The complex nature of the EEP capability provides the additional opportunity for the successful applicant to learn on one or a number of EEP subject areas and therefore offers applicants simultaneous development in both technical and programme management areas.

The technical role encompasses a wide range of activites ranging from development of product design models from engineering first principles, 1D thermodynamic simulation, empirical modelling, detailed 3D CFD assessment, understanding of certification requirements, business risk assessments and physical testing. In addition the role encourages integration skills to allow R&T requirements, data and product understanding to be gathered and disseminated across various stake holders.

Responsibilities:

- To provide leadership to the initiation/launching, efficient planning, and monitoring of R&T activities in EEP.

- To ensure adherence to all Rolls-Royce's standards applicable to this activity.
- To create and maintain plans to meet the overall R&T delivery commitments.
- To monitor progress and ensure that all resource needed to execute the plan is included, and shortfalls in available resource are raised with the Capability lead, to ensure that sufficient resource is available through subcontract and recruitment.

- To ensure clear definition and timely reviewing of programme milestones and deliverables.

- To own the programmatic relationship between engineering and the external R&T partners and ensure planning, progress and monitoring is effectively managed and integrated.

- To be the focal point for communication on R&T programme matters, within and on behalf of EEP.

- To apply Health, Safety and the Environment policy including a commitment to continuous improvement.

Who we’re looking for:

- SG10 experience

- Bachelor's degree or Master's in Engineering or regional equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience
- Basic technical knowledge in mechanical design methodologies and an understanding of cross-discipline engineering concepts which include but are not limited to manufacturing engineering, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, thermal and mechanical analysis, cost engineering and product definition
- An ability to apply structured, logical, analytical and innovative thinking on a range of technical problems and make balanced decisions across technical and business parameters
- Knowledge and experience of product integrity / liability and certification frameworks
- Good communication and presentation skills at all levels of the organisation

Why Rolls-Royce?

Work with us and we’ll welcome you into a culture of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. We will listen first, embrace feedback and act with integrity. We will invest in your continuous learning and development, and make sure you have access to a wide breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career and make a difference.

We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week. Discover more on our GBS Service Portal about hybrid working.

Join us & help Rolls-Royce to become a high-performing, competitive, resilient business.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.

The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate

This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role.

We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade.

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.

You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy here.

Closing Date: Midnight 3rd July 2025

Job Category

Mechanical Systems

Posting Date

19 Jun 2025; 00:06

Posting End Date

03 Jul 2025