Mechanical Design Engineer - Submarines

Rolls-Royce; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer at Rolls-Royce Submarines in Glasgow. Join a leading company in propulsion system design, contributing to the UK's nuclear submarine fleet. The role offers competitive salary, development opportunities, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Employee support

Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design from concept to delivery.
• Degree qualified or apprentice trained in engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create component, assembly, and system designs with through-life justification.
• Develop solutions considering the full lifecycle.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Engineering

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Full Time

5 Days On-Site

Location: Glasgow

This position is being advertised to build a pipeline of candidates for future roles within Rolls-Royce Submarines at our new Glasgow office. Applicants should not expect immediate feedback, but we will review your CV promptly.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join Rolls-Royce Submarines. If you are passionate about engineering, have experience in mechanical design from concept to delivery, and want to make a difference in our Submarines business, we encourage you to apply online.

Why Rolls-Royce?

We lead in propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarine fleet and are the sole provider and technical authority.

Join us for an inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in your growth, offers continuous learning, and provides diverse opportunities to advance your career.

As we support the Royal Navy as the UK's nuclear submarine technical authority, we are expanding our capabilities in the submarine and nuclear sectors.

We are seeking individuals with a strong background in Mechanical Design Engineering to support areas including:

• Nuclear primary components, including the reactor core
• Secondary propulsion components
• In-service support and maintenance
• Special purpose tools and equipment
• Future product development

What We Offer

Competitive salary, excellent development opportunities, and benefits such as bonuses, employee support, and discounts.

Our hybrid working model allows flexibility between office, home, or remote locations, with an expectation of attending the workplace approximately three days per week for collaboration and specific activities.

Responsibilities

You will create component, assembly, and system designs with through-life justification, considering life, cost, availability, and safety margins.

Additionally, you will:

• Develop solutions and justifications robust against variation, considering the full lifecycle.
• Integrate cross-disciplinary concepts including manufacturing, simulation, materials, testing, and supply chain.
• Document and verify information following sound mechanical engineering practices.
• Present at technical reviews and publish safety and technical reports subject to scrutiny.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in relevant disciplines, not limited to Submarines.
• Degree qualified or apprentice trained in engineering preferred, but relevant experience is also valued.
• Experience from industries such as Civil Nuclear, Marine, Petro-Chemical, or Oil & Gas is beneficial.

At Rolls-Royce, safety, integrity, simplicity, and making a difference are core principles guiding us. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, believing diverse perspectives foster success.

Learn more about our inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce.

Applicants must hold a UK Security Check (SC) clearance without caveats. Rolls-Royce can support your application if needed. Due to security requirements, you must be a UK national. Dual nationals will undergo additional scrutiny.

Job Category: Mechanical Systems

Posting Date: 15 May 2025

Posting End Date: [date not specified]