Product Performance Engineer

Rolls-Royce Corporation; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Corporation in Bristol seeks a Product Performance Engineer to design, simulate, and verify engines at the whole-system level. You will develop first-principles models, perform 1D thermodynamic simulations, and support certification needs while coordinating across internal subsystems, airframers, regulators and customers.

The role requires strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, cross-discipline understanding, and collaborative communication to drive product integrity and

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or regional equivalent; strong mechanical design knowledge.
• Ability to apply analytical thinking to technical problems and balance tech/business decisions.
• UK national or eligible for security clearance; professional body membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the definition of the product cycle across system levels.
• Provide prediction and analysis of product attributes at whole-system level.
• Gather, manage 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.
• Support bringing the product to market and achieving maturity.
• Provide insight into product/aircraft interaction and performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Mechanical design knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Chartered status preferred (UK)

Job description

Job Description Product Performance Engineer Full Time Bristol

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.

Position Summary:

The Product Performance Engineer (PPE) role is part of the Global System Engineering & Product Performance (SEPP) Capability function. The PPE 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, 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).

What you will be doing:

• 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 support to bringing the product to market and product maturity.
• Provide insight into product/aircraft interaction.
• Manage relationships with internal and external customers.

Who we’re looking for:

• 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.

Regional Benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave
• Retirement Savings Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls‑Royce Group
• Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Matched is a simple way to own Rolls‑Royce shares and invest in our future, together.
• Buy one share, get one free!
• 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.

Security Clearance and Nationality

To work for the Rolls‑Royce Defence business, you will need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance. Rolls‑Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national. 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.

Rolls‑Royce pioneers cutting‑edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.

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.