Mechanical Integrity Engineer Critical Parts Lifing

Rolls-Royce; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Integrity Lifing Engineer in Bristol. The role involves managing safety-critical parts, leading complex mechanical analysis, and communicating technical knowledge effectively. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Engineering, strong technical skills, and an understanding of failure mechanisms. This position offers hybrid working opportunities, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Exceptional benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in mechanical design methodologies.
• Good understanding of finite element stressing techniques.
• Knowledge of failure mechanisms and life-limiting factors.

Responsibilities

• Lead Aero/Thermal Acoustic and Structural Mechanical Design and Analysis.
• Solve complex engineering challenges with evidence-based decisions.
• Own technical work packages delivering high-quality solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design methodologies

Finite element stressing techniques

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or Master's in Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

Mechanical Integrity Lifing Engineer UK & International Mature Programmes

Full Time

Bristol / Hybrid (3 days in Bristol office per week)

What you will be doing :

Around the world around the clock we provide the power and support our customers need to fulfil their -Royce has customers in more than 150 countries comprising more than 400 airlines and leasing customers 160 armed forces and more than 5000 power and nuclear customers. From combat to transport from trainers to helicopters our engines and pioneering service solutions ensure that our Defence customers have world‑leading engine technology available whatever the mission demands.

As a Lifing engineer you will manage the most safety critical parts in operation throughout the product lifecycle. The Mature Programmes team supports a diverse portfolio of customers operating over 13 different engine products in applications including combat transport and naval.

Responsibilities

Being a Mechanical Integrity Lifing engineer requires undertaking mechanical analysis and using statistical methods to develop and implement appropriate controls that maintain required safety levels. Our work supports design manufacturing and maintenance activities as well as working directly with our customers to understand how they operate and ensure component lifing remains appropriate. You will be required to :

• Lead Aero / Thermal Acoustic and Structural Mechanical Design and Analysis including : generating selecting and developing models; work with neighbouring disciplines to integrate models determine appropriate boundary conditions and operating conditions; execution and analysis of results and implications.
• Solve complex engineering challenges by analysing operation and material data from multiple sources applying technical expertise and making sound evidence‑based decisions.
• Own technical work packages delivering high‑quality solutions on time and within budget while meeting programme milestones.
• Act as a point of contact within a given engineering discipline and share subject matter knowledge across the function. This may include providing advisory services to designated customers influencing their peer group representing senior departmental staff and acting as advisor / coach on matters where they are technically authoritative.
• Align work with business and function objectives. Act in accordance with company values and behaviours and those associated with being a professional engineer.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing better tools processes and methodologies both within your team and across the wider organization.

Why Rolls‑Royce

Work with us and well 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. Its a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum were all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons frequency will depend on business needs nature of role what works for the team and for the individual. Discover more on our GBS Service Portal about hybrid working.

Who are we looking for :

Being a part of Rolls‑Royce youll know we put safety first do the right thing keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form our behaviours. They are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Key skills and qualifications include :

• Bachelors degree or Masters in Engineering or regional equivalent qualification or equivalent experience. Membership of a relevant professional body; attained / working towards Chartered status is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge in mechanical design methodologies (e.g. stress analysis both static and dynamic fracture and fatigue assessment). A good appreciation of finite element stressing techniques (ANSYS preferred) and complex testing (of assemblies component and materials). An understanding of cross‑discipline engineering concepts including manufacturing engineering aerodynamics thermodynamics thermal and mechanical analysis lifecycle engineering and product definition.
• Knowledge of component / material behaviour and failure along with life‑limiting mechanisms (e.g. thermo‑mechanical fatigue crack propagation manufacturing anomalies material corrosion) and statistics.
• An ability to apply logical analytical and innovative thinking on a range of technical problems and make balanced decisions across technical and business priorities. Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge and experience of product integrity and certification frameworks.

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

Please be aware that 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 but is anticipated to be Staff Grade 7-10.

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.

Grade

SNBG 7-10

Job Category

Mechanical Systems

Posting Date

19 Sept 2025

Posting End Date

02 Oct 2025

Key Skills

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Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1

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