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Make your next engineering career move with Rolls-Royce Submarines. Find out more about our rapidly expanding Submarines business and the opportunities it could bring to you.
Rolls-Royce Submarines powers the UK’s nuclear underwater defences, helping create a safer, stronger, and more forward-thinking future for us all.
Bringing together some of the best and brightest engineers, as well as world-class functional staff, we have designed, supplied and supported the nuclear propulsion plant for all of the UK Royal Navy’s nuclear submarines for over 60 years. As a company that’s at the very forefront of nuclear innovation and development, we’re looking for the brightest minds to push the possibilities of nuclear forward.
With new satellite offices opening and the growth of our existing Derby facilities, there’s never been a better time to explore new opportunities in nuclear. Whether you want a job that sustains the environment and has some real green credentials or help protect UK shores, there’s a role for you at Rolls-Royce Submarines.
miles travelled by submarines powered by Rolls-Royce nuclear power
is possible from a single reactor core, offering similar power and volume to the Trent XWB engine
of uranium is all it takes to power a fully submerged submarine on a full circumnavigation of the world
of design/technical experience combine in the nuclear steam raising plant
The UK Royal Navy has maintained a Continuous At Sea Deterrence capability since 1969, in the form of the current Vanguard class submarines and its predecessors. This means that there is a submarine providing the ultimate nuclear deterrent, protecting the UK 24/7, 365 days a year – all powered by Rolls-Royce. In addition, we have powered all of the Royal Navy’s attack submarines since HMS Valiant was launched in 1963.
As one of our engineers, you could be involved in designing and substantiating the safety of the Nuclear Steam Raising Plant, working across reactor cores, primary systems pipework and valves, major vessels, and the electronic control systems. Our teams also maintain parts of the secondary equipment, including the turbo-generators and propulsors.
Due to the substantial increase in demand from the MoD, Rolls-Royce Submarines will be almost doubling the size of its Raynesway site in Derby. Expanding its level of existing expertise in nuclear submarine propulsion technology, this will create hundreds of new engineering and manufacturing opportunities.
A new Rolls-Royce Submarines site has been opened in Glasgow to help the delivery of cutting-edge technologies needed to power the next generation of submarines in support of the country’s nuclear deterrent and enhance UK nuclear engineering capabilities.
The new site has created 120 specialist roles primarily in Electrical Controls and Instrumentation, including a team specialising in Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) to support the current Dreadnought build, and will allow us to benefit from the region’s strong pedigree in electrical engineering whilst adding to our own existing pool of nuclear experts.
This is your chance to be a part of the Nuclear Renaissance
The increase in demand for technical specialists will also see a new office opened in Cardiff in December 2024 which will create a further 130 highly skilled jobs.
We will be looking to attract the best engineers and specialists with a background in materials engineering, structural integrity analysis, thermal analysis, and fluid dynamics to work on the growing portfolio of defence nuclear projects.
Electrical and Electronics Working with key stakeholders to integrate and manage system requirements, you’ll design, specify for manufacture, test, commission, and support bespoke and commercial off the shelf Electrical Control and Instrumentation systems. We need talented individuals with expertise in Control & Instrumentation, including Control Systems, Electrical Control & Instrumentation, Digital Systems, Data Analytics and Electronic Systems.
Engineering for Services Our service engineers develop the maintenance and support solutions for the current UK submarine fleet as well as for future submarine designs. They will provide technical support, resolve operational issues, develop technical content of technical publications used by customers and optimise maintenance requirements, for in-service and future submarine classes.
Materials and Chemistry Our Materials engineers support the entire product lifecycle, from design and manufacture to in-service support for the Nuclear Propulsion Plant. They will be driven and capable of owning and delivering technology development programmes. They will need a good understanding of materials, corrosion, chemistry or NDE technology and be able to apply their technical knowledge to a wide range of problems.
Mechanical Systems As we continue to support the Royal Navy as the technical authority to the UK Ministry of Defence for naval reactor plants, we are also growing our submarine and nuclear sector capabilities. To help us do this, we are looking for engineers in the following disciplines CAD Modelling and Engineering Drawing, Fluid Systems Engineering, Mechanical Design and Engineering, Thermofluid Performance Analysis, Physics and Shielding, Radioactive Material Transport, RPA - Health Physics and Structural Integrity Analysis.
Digital Digital allows us to simplify complex processes, creates an interface between our heritage, our legacy systems, and the modern technology landscape, and equips our people with the skills and tools they need to do the most efficient and effective job they can. By focusing on digital user experiences, we are creating a culture of efficient, streamlined and reliable delivery for all our customers, as well as being recognised as the thought-leader in Digital.
Manufacturing Engineering Our Manufacturing Engineers develop, implement and govern throughout the product lifecycle, capable methods of manufacture, assembly, disassembly and repair (including method of verification) which can meet customer and business requirements for Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery, ensuring compliance to design intent. To put that more simply: The development of Manufacturing Processes capable of delivering Design Intent at the lowest total cost to the business. There are a number of different disciplines within Manufacturing Engineering, the primary groupings are, continuous improvement, new product introduction, capability acquisition, technical governance, manufacturing engineering purchasing and digital manufacturing.
Safety Engineering Integrate cross functional learning from Nuclear, Radiological and Process Safety best practice, carry out numerical assessment of risk from normal and accident conditions and support the development of the Operating Range for Nuclear Facilities and Plant. Developing “As low as reasonably practicable”- arguments supporting nuclear safety cases and integrating design data into safety case claims, arguments, and evidence-based cases.
Software and Cyber Software Software is used widely across Rolls-Royce, and we require software engineers, of all kinds, to architect, design and test a plethora of software solutions. You may be designing safety critical controls applications for submarines or developing complex analysis methods to simulate and model plant components. You might find yourself analysing ‘big data’ sources to extract insights into plant operation and equipment life expectancy. Alternatively, you might be required to apply state-of-the art cyber security techniques to ensure the protection of the business and its products
Systems Engineering You’ll deliver world-leading Nuclear Propulsion systems for the Royal Navy’s submarine fleet, applying “Systems Thinking” to establish hierarchy and context to understand purpose and function. Developing, designing, and integrating complex products, services, systems and architectures for every stage of the Nuclear Propulsion Plant lifecycle. You will work across boundaries, understand customer needs, develop the integrated big picture, whilst also focussing down into the detail.
Project Management Our projects are of strategic national importance; the Royal Navy and our government rely on us to deliver to time, cost, and quality. As a Project Management Professional in our business, you will play a key role in ensuring that we meet both our customers’ expectations and our internal business objectives. Our work is important, and Project Management makes it happen. Project Management encompasses various roles, such as project delivery, project controls, risk, and central functions. Our projects span the entire project lifecycle and multiple domains, such as New Product Introduction and infrastructure. The Project Management Function is striving to develop a best-in-class project management capability, empowering individuals to achieve their potential and fostering an environment where people can be at their best.
Graduates At Rolls-Royce, you’re not expected to follow a set path. Everyone is unique, so every Rolls-Royce journey is different too. We'll help you to find your way and discover your potential. Your unique personality, passion, and sense of purpose makes us who we are and a place where everyone belongs. And anything is possible. Whether you’re a school leaver, a career changer, a student or a graduate, you’ll help shape the future – in a friendly, inclusive culture that believes in opportunities and continuous learning, no matter what level you’re at.
Apprenticeships Maybe you’re finishing school or college, or perhaps you’re already in the world of work and looking for a change of career. Either way, our apprentice schemes will set you on the road to success. Join us, and you’ll contribute to our ground-breaking work. You can expect all the training and qualifications you need to get your ideas noticed, and the support to develop your skills and knowledge. You’ll be welcomed into a friendly, inclusive culture where your unique perspective will be valued. A place where you can be your best and feel like you belong.
Benefits Join us and we’ll provide an inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in you. We offer excellent development, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits including flexible working patterns, annual bonus and so much more.
Find out more about our offer to employees here: Our offer | Rolls-Royce
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Help build a better world with nuclear, join Rolls-Royce Submarines.
To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines Business an individual must hold Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if the individual does not currently have this in place.
Due to the nature of the business’s work and the protection of certain assets a person must be a UK national or in MoD approved cases a Dual National from a non ITAR country.
If you’d like to know more or want to explore what role could fit your experience, we’d love to talk to you. Register for our talent pool and one of our team will be in touch.
