Rolls-Royce
Designs and manufactures power and propulsion systems for aerospace, marine, defence and energy sectors.
Remote Visual Inspection (RVI) Engineer - Submarines
Perform remote visual inspections on submarines, supporting maintenance and reporting.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Based primarily in Derby, the RVI Engineer will provide practical and technical support to inspection development and implementation projects across the UK and, where required, on offshore platforms or abroad. The role also involves engineering activities to generate and approve procedural documentation and develop bespoke equipment. The position requires conducting on‑site inspection procedures for the NSRP and secondary systems, producing documentation and reports, and performing visual inspections with borescopes, fibrescopes, videoprobes and camera systems. The engineer will also provide technical advice, maintain and develop RVI processes, engage with internal and external customers, and support the Metallurgy team. Shift patterns are typically 12‑hour days or nights, with flexible working hours in Derby (7:00 am‑6:00 pm). The role involves travelling to various UK sites, amounting to roughly 90 deployment days per year, and may require rapid deployment on less than 48‑hour notice. • Conduct on‑site inspection procedures for NSRP and secondary systems, coordinating tasks and acting as customer point of contact. • Produce inspection documentation, procedures and reports. • Perform visual inspections using borescopes, fibrescopes, videoprobes and camera systems. • Provide technical advice and support on all RVI matters. • Maintain and improve RVI processes in line with company standards. • Interact with internal and external customers as part of the inspection delivery team. • Support the Metallurgy team in a technician capacity.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸on‑site inspection
- ▸borescope imaging
- ▸report generation
- ▸technical advice
- ▸process improvement
- ▸customer liaison
What You Bring
Candidates should have a solid understanding of visual inspection techniques or experience with RVI equipment, a flexible attitude to work on‑site for up to four weeks, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and databases. A degree or HND/HNC in a STEM subject (or equivalent apprenticeship/experience), the ability to work unsupervised, physical capability to work around submarines, and a UK driving licence are required. Applicants must be UK nationals (or MoD‑approved dual nationals) and will need a Security Check clearance, which Rolls‑Royce will support. The company’s multi‑year transformation programme aims to create a high‑performing, resilient and inclusive workplace where every individual can thrive. • Travel across UK sites, working 12‑hour shift patterns, with approximately 90 deployment days per year and ability to respond to emergent requests on less than 48‑hour notice. • Hold a degree or HND/HNC in a STEM subject (or equivalent apprenticeship/experience) and be proficient with Microsoft Office and databases. • Demonstrate strong communication, self‑management, physical ability to work on/around submarines, and possess a UK driving licence.
Requirements
- ▸stem degree
- ▸microsoft office
- ▸databases
- ▸rvi equipment
- ▸visual inspection
- ▸driving licence
Benefits
Rolls‑Royce offers a culture that values individuality, diverse perspectives and continuous innovation, giving engineers the chance to work on world‑class solutions that power, protect and connect people globally.
Work Environment
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