Performance & Environmental Protection Engineer

rollsroyce; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Group Income Protection

Group Life Assurance

Digital GP

Employee Assistance (EAP) and LiveWell

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Derby is seeking a Performance & Environmental Protection Engineer to design, simulate, and verify engines at the whole-system level. You will develop models from first principles, run 1D thermodynamic simulations, and integrate data across sub-systems, airframers, and regulators.

You’ll work with Matlab, Python and Databricks, apply engineering judgment to certify performance, and communicate findings to internal teams and customers as Rolls-Royce continues to lead high‑tech

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering or regional equivalent
• Strong knowledge in thermodynamics and engine performance with cross-discipline concepts
• Experience with Matlab, Python and Databricks for modelling and code development
• Ability to apply analytical, logical and innovative thinking to technical problems
• Membership of a relevant professional body in the UK preferred towards Chartered status

Responsibilities

• Own the definition of the product thermodynamic cycle.
• Predict and analyze product attributes at whole-system level.
• Gather and disseminate requirements from 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.
• Analyze real-world operation and customer usage; manage relationships.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Engine performance analysis

Cross-discipline engineering concepts

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

Matlab

Python

Databricks

Job description

Job Description

Performance & Environmental Protection Engineer

Full Time

Derby

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

The Performance & Environmental Protection Engineer (PEP) role is part of the Global Mechanical Systems Capability function.

The PEP role involves design, simulation and verification of engines 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, 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 thermodynamic 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.

Key Experiences and any Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Master's in Engineering or regional equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience


• Strong technical knowledge in thermodynamics and engine performance, as well as an understanding of cross-discipline engineering concepts which include but are not limited to aerodynamics, thermal and mechanical analysis, manufacturing engineering, mechanical design, and product definition


• Knowledge and experience in modelling and code development, particularly in Matlab, Python and Databricks


• An ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking on a range of technical problems and make balanced decisions across technical and business parameter


• 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

Regional Benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave


• Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury


• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce


• Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations


• Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes

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 are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive

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

20 Oct 2026; 00:10

Posting End Date

03 Nov 2026