Structural Integrity Engineering Opportunities - Submarines
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Job Description
We are offering opportunities for Structural Integrity Engineers - Submarines, available in full-time and part-time roles, based in Cardiff. This position is part of a talent pipeline for future roles within Rolls-Royce Submarines, so immediate feedback should not be expected. We will review your CV promptly.
Why Rolls-Royce?
Our expanding Submarines business is opening a new office in Cardiff, seeking engineers across various disciplines, especially those with a strong background in Materials Engineering. We support the Royal Navy as the technical authority for naval reactor plants and are growing our submarine and nuclear capabilities.
Join us for an inclusive, digital-first culture that promotes continuous learning and career growth. We are looking for individuals with expertise in Structural Integrity Engineering.
As a structural integrity engineer, your main tasks will include structural assessments such as primary strength, fatigue, crack growth, and fracture assessments, following ASME III and R6 codes. You will support various programs, from in-service to new builds, and develop Finite Element Analysis models to analyze stresses and justify components.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary, excellent development opportunities, bonuses, support assistance, and employee discounts. The work is dynamic and impactful, providing vital services to our submarine enterprise.
Responsibilities:
* Perform mechanical assessments, including linear and non-linear finite element analyses.
* Use hand calculations, commercial FEA tools (mainly Abaqus), and bespoke analysis codes.
* Develop and substantiate component designs, support lifecycle management, and submarine programs.
* Create and implement assessment methodologies for submarine nuclear components.
* Communicate assessment results effectively to diverse audiences within Rolls-Royce, industry partners, and clients.
Candidate Profile:
At Rolls-Royce, we value agility, collaboration, simplicity, and boldness. These principles underpin our assessment process and are essential qualities for all roles.
Essential:
* Degree or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering, physics, or mathematics.
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively.
* Interest and expertise in structural integrity analysis.
Desirable:
* Knowledge of failure mechanisms and assessment methods.
* Experience with finite element methods (preferably Abaqus) for structural assessment.
* Understanding of linear and non-linear events.
* Experience with industry-standard FEA tools like Abaqus, ANSYS, HyperMesh.
* Experience in safety-critical industries, supporting safety cases or compliance with codes like ASME III, R6.
* Membership or associate membership in relevant professional bodies, working towards chartership.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful environment where everyone can reach their potential. Learn more about our inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce.
Applicants must hold a UK nationality and a Security Check (SC) clearance without caveats. Rolls-Royce will support the clearance process if needed. Dual nationals require additional checks.
Job Category: Validation and Verification
Posting Date: 07 May 2025
Closing Date: 31 May 2025
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