Performance Engineer

Rolls-Royce; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Performance Engineer based in Derby to join the Systems Engineering & Product Performance capability. You will design, simulate, and verify engines at the whole-system level, integrating sub-systems and communicating with stakeholders across internal teams, airframers, regulators, and customers.

The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, model development, 1D thermodynamics, CFD, and certification considerations to predict emergent system attributes and ensure robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering or regional equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Strong technical knowledge in mechanical design methods with cross-discipline concepts (manufacturing, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, analysis).
• Ability to apply analytical, logical and innovative thinking to technical problems and balanced decisions.
• Knowledge/experience of product integrity, liability and certification frameworks.
• UK Chartered status preferred or working towards it.
• Good communication and presentation skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Own the definition of the product cycle.
• Provide prediction and analysis of product attributes at whole system level.
• Gather, manage and disseminate requirements from/to internal and external customers.
• Provide data to sub-systems for product design and development.
• Define and manage system and product interfaces.
• Provide insight into product/aircraft interaction.
• Provide insight and analysis of real world operation and customer usage.
• Manage relationships with internal and external customers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-disciplinary understanding

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering or regional equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Description

Performance Engineer

Full time

Derby

We have an excellent opportunity to join us as a Performance Engineer based in Derby.

The Performance & Environmental Protection Engineer (PEEP) role is part of the Systems Engineering & Product Performance (SEPP) capability. The PEEP role involves design, simulation and verification of engines/aircraft at whole system level to predict and verify emergent system attributes which arise from the integration of sub-system components. The role encompasses a wide range of technical activities ranging from development of models from engineering first principles, 1D thermodynamic simulation, empirical modelling, detailed 3D CFD assessment, understanding of certification requirements and physical testing. In addition the role requires integration skills to allow requirements, data and product understanding to be gathered and disseminated across various stake holders (e.g. internal sub-system and component teams, airframers, regulatory authorities and customers).

Key Accountabilities:

• Own the definition of the product cycle.
• Provide prediction and analysis of product attributes at the whole system/platform level.
• Gather, manage and disseminate requirements from/to a range of internal and external customers.
• Provide data to sub-systems for product design and development.
• Define and manage system and product interfaces.
• Provide insight into product/aircraft interaction.
• Provide insight and analysis of real world operation and customer usage.
• Manage relationships with internal and external customers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or Master's in Engineering or regional equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience
• Strong technical knowledge in mechanical design methodologies and have 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 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
• Membership of a relevant professional body appropriate to region. In the UK - attained/ working towards Chartered status is preferred (and equivalent regional variations)
• Good communication and presentation skills at all levels of the organisation

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Closing date: 30th October 2026

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category

Mechanical Systems

Posting Date

16 Oct 2026; 00:10

Posting End Date

29 Oct 2026