Senior Design Engineer - Submarines

Rolls-Royce plc; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Engineer for its Submarines division in Derby. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge propulsion systems for the Royal Navy's nuclear fleet. You'll be involved in designing full lifecycle solutions, collaborating across various engineering disciplines, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. With a commitment to continuous learning and career growth, this position promises to be both challenging and rewarding. Join a team that values innovation, integrity, and making a real difference in the world of engineering.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonuses

Employee Support

Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design from concept to delivery.
• Proficiency in CAD design software and lifecycle solutions.

Responsibilities

• Create component and system designs considering life and safety.
• Collaborate across disciplines like manufacturing and testing.

Skills

Mechanical Design Engineering

CAD Design Software

Lifecycle Solutions Design

Safety and Technical Reporting

Education

Chartered Engineer

Degree in Engineering

HND or HNC

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

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Apply locations Derby | Full time | Posted Yesterday | Job requisition id JR6136312

Job Description

Senior Design Engineer – Submarines
Derby

Full Time / On-site

We have exciting opportunities for Senior Design Engineers to join Rolls-Royce Submarines in Derby. If you are passionate about engineering, have mechanical design experience from concept to delivery, and believe you can make a difference in our Submarines business, we want to hear from you. Apply online now.

Why Rolls-Royce?

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

Join us for an inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in you, offers continuous learning, and provides a breadth of opportunities to grow your career.

Design and Development Engineering is central to our work, and we lead in propulsion system design for the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarines.

We have Mechanical Design Engineer opportunities across key areas such as Nuclear Primary Components, Secondary Propulsion Components, In-Service Support and Maintenance, Special Purpose Tooling and Equipment, and our Future Product division.

What we offer

Excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and benefits including bonuses, employee support, and discounts.

What you will be doing:

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will create component, assembly, and system designs with through-life justification, considering life, cost, availability, and safety margins.

• Designing full lifecycle solutions from concept to disposal
• Collaborating across disciplines like manufacturing, simulation, materials, testing, and supply chain
• Documenting and verifying against engineering standards
• Presenting at technical reviews
• Publishing safety and technical reports for customer and regulatory review

Who we’re looking for:

We prioritize safety, integrity, simplicity, and making a difference—our core principles guiding our behaviors and assessment process.

• Experienced Mechanical Design Engineer, preferably with exposure to process plant, mechanical components, machining, tooling, handling, lifting, or special machinery
• Proficient with CAD design software
• Experience from industries such as Civil Nuclear, Marine, Petro-Chemical, Oil & Gas, or Special Purpose Machinery
• Relevant engineering qualification or experience (Chartered, Degree, HND, HNC, or Apprentice Trained)

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful environment where everyone can realize their full potential. Learn more about our inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce.

To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines, candidates must hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce supports the application process for this clearance, which is typically required for UK nationals or dual nationals in MoD-approved cases.

Job Category

Mechanical Systems

Posting Date

12 May 2025; 00:05

Posting End Date

19 May 2025

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