Welding Engineer - Submarines

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in propulsion system design seeks a Welding Engineer for its submarines division. The role involves developing and implementing welding techniques for nuclear propulsion systems, ensuring safety and quality compliance. Candidates should possess relevant welding certifications and experience in a large organization environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Employee support assistance

Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and qualifying welding techniques according to industry codes.
• Knowledge of boiler and pressure vessel standards.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-integrity welding techniques.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure successful integration of welding processes.

Skills

Welding techniques

Project management

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

HND or equivalent in engineering

IIW/EWF Welding Engineer certification

IEng or CEng

MSc in Welding Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Welding Engineer - Submarines

Day shift with potential for a 2-shift pattern (shift premium paid)

Location: Derby - Office based

Join Rolls-Royce Submarines for an exciting opportunity as a Welding Engineer within the Welding Team. Our submarines division is responsible for designing, manufacturing, supplying, and providing through-life support for nuclear propulsion systems supporting the Royal Navy's submarine fleet. Discover more about our projects: https://youtu.be/x19YSPecrf8.

About Rolls-Royce

We are a leader in propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navy's nuclear submarine fleet and serve as the sole provider and technical authority in this domain.

Role Overview

The Welding Engineer will develop and implement various welding techniques, including manual, automated, and mechanized processes, to meet product and business requirements, particularly for Primary Circuit and Core components in submarines. They will influence the design and manufacturing of key components within the Pressurised Water Reactor system, ensuring the selection of appropriate welding techniques, processes, and procedures. The role involves driving continuous improvement projects from concept through to implementation, supporting manufacturing performance, quality, and flow, and liaising with manufacturing and engineering teams to provide expertise.

What We Offer

We provide excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and benefits such as bonuses, employee support assistance, and discounts. The role involves addressing shop floor issues, supporting welders, managing welder qualifications, and participating in manufacturing meetings to ensure metrics are met.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, justify, and implement high-integrity welding techniques and procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure successful integration of welding processes.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in developing and qualifying welding techniques according to relevant industry codes.
• Knowledge of boiler and pressure vessel standards.
• Commitment to product and process safety, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly.
• Ability to work effectively within a high-pressure, large organization environment.

Desirable qualifications include professional welding certifications (e.g., IIW/EWF Welding Engineer, IEng, CEng, MSc in Welding Engineering), or substantial industrial welding experience. A UK minimum HND or equivalent in engineering is preferred.

Additional Information

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting a global inclusion strategy. Applicants must hold a UK nationality and be eligible for a Security Check (SC) clearance, which Rolls-Royce will facilitate. Dual nationals may require additional scrutiny.

Job Details

Category: Manufacturing Engineering

Posting Date: 06 May 2025

Closing Date: 30 May 2025

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