Reactor Mounting Structure Design Engineer – Submarines

Job title:

Reactor Mounting Structure Design Engineer – Submarines

Company

Rolls-Royce

Job description

Job DescriptionReactor Mounting Structure Design Engineer – SubmarinesFull Time – Hybrid – Minimum 3 Days on SiteDerbyWhy Rolls-Royce?An opportunity for a Reactor Mounting Structure Design Engineer has arisen within Nuclear (Submarines).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 and we’ll provide an environment where you can be yourself. An inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in you, gives you a platform for continuous learning, and access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career.The Reactor Mounting Structure (RMS) team is responsible for the design and technical justification of the mounting structure and primary shielding that form part of the naval reactor plant for Dreadnought and SSNA. Working on this equipment requires cross-functional collaboration including working with the materials, shielding, electrical, CAD and structural analysis Subject Matter Experts as well as the shipbuilder and submarine maintainer. The role is ideally suited to a mechanical engineer with a good understanding of structural principles and able to work closely and effectively with industry partners.We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.What you will be doing:You will be responsible for reviewing the detailed design of components, responding to shipbuilder queries, evaluating proposed changes, supporting component construction and supporting updates to the component justification where required. Additionally you will be responsible for the design development of structures for future submarine classes.

• Interfacing with the customer and external companies to support shipbuilder integration activities.
• Supporting the manufacturing of major components, the resolution of manufacturing queries and defining, planning and reporting development.
• Supporting development of the detailed design definitions.
• Working cross-functionally to understanding the impact of changes.
• Writing justifications to support the life of components in service.
• Supporting development of concept designs for future submarine classes and the transition into build at the Shipyard.

Who we’re looking for:At Rolls-Royce we embrace agility, are bold, pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.To be successful in this role you will need to meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s or PhD in Engineering or regional equivalent qualification or equivalent technical capability based on practical knowledge and experience.
• A background in practical mechanical engineering and kowledge of manufacturing processes, ideally of heavy manufacturing and fabrication.
• Experience of interpreting structural Finite Element Analysis (FEA) assessments.
• Able to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience of using ASME or other relevant design codes.
• Ideally with experience in a relevant industry, such as heavily regulated operations, or products and services where high levels of reliability and integrity are required.
• Ideally a Chartered Engineer or be able to demonstrate sufficient experience to become chartered.
• Rapid problem diagnosis and development of solutions – being able to apply practical solutions to technical problems.
• An ability to work in an environment with a flexible and challenging demands and deadlines.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy .To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines you need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t currently already have this in place.Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets, you must hold a UK nationality. Any dual nationals will require additional scrutiny and background checks prior to commencing work with RRSL.Job CategoryMechanical SystemsPosting Date04 Sept 2024; 00:09Posting End Date18 Sept 2024

Expected salary

Location

Derby

Job date

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 04:14:20 GMT

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