Job Description
Job Title: Project Design Engineer (Tooling, Lifting & Handling) - Submarines
Type: Full-time, Derby/Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week in the office)
An exciting opportunity is available for a Project Design Engineer with strong project management and supplier management expertise. This role is within our Services Delivery Business Unit (DBU) in Submarines, Derby. The DBU is responsible for delivering projects related to submarine build, in-service support, and infrastructure upgrades.
The Project Design Engineer will support the design, manufacture, and validation of lifting, handling, storage, and tooling solutions for nuclear and non-nuclear products and systems.
Why Rolls-Royce?
Rolls-Royce is a globally iconic brand, leading in innovation for over a century. We design, build, and service systems providing critical power where safety and reliability are paramount. We are committed to progress, powering, protecting, and connecting people worldwide.
We foster an environment of care, inclusion, and opportunity for career growth and making a difference.
What We Offer
Excellent development opportunities, competitive salary, and benefits including bonus, employee support, and discounts. We support hybrid working, balancing office and remote work, with a minimum of three days in the office per week for collaboration.
Responsibilities
* Lead delivery of engineering work packages through our design supply chain.
* Serve as the key engineering interface between customers, internal teams, and suppliers.
* Develop requirements and define work scopes for supply chain delivery.
* Influence supplier selection and provide technical support and oversight.
* Maintain relationships with internal customers and supply chain partners.
* Manage high-level plans and progress reporting.
* Support manufacturing queries related to design.
Candidate Profile
* Broad understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including stress calculations.
* Experience in a safety-critical environment (Nuclear, Rail, Oil & Gas, Petrochem, Machinery).
* Knowledge of design and governance processes.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Degree qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
Applicants must hold or be eligible for UK Security Check clearance.
We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities. Priority will be given to high-risk employees as per policy.
This job posting is active until 17 Jul 2025.
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