Rolls-Royce
Designs and manufactures power and propulsion systems for aerospace, marine, defence and energy sectors.
Nuclear Facility Plant & Equipment Engineer - Submarines
Engineer designing and delivering nuclear facility plant & equipment for submarines
Job Highlights
About the Role
The core function of the role is to ensure that engineering solutions for nuclear facilities are designed for construction, commissioning, operation, maintenance and decommissioning. This requires integrating multiple technical disciplines and collaborating with specialists to achieve optimal design decisions. You will be responsible for aligning designs with project and safety requirements across the entire lifecycle. Strong technical expertise combined with effective soft skills is essential. • Elicit, create, and maintain technical requirements with verification and validation activities. • Collaborate with specialist engineers to develop integrated engineering solutions. • Incorporate construction, commissioning, maintenance, and decommissioning considerations into designs. • Ensure engineering solutions satisfy project, technical and safety requirements. • Act as intelligent customer for supplier/partner activities, verifying compliance with design intent and standards. • Provide expertise to other engineering packages and support project management on schedules, risks, costs and resources. • Maintain adherence to regulatory and legal requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸requirements management
- ▸engineering integration
- ▸lifecycle design
- ▸safety compliance
- ▸supplier verification
- ▸project support
What You Bring
You will work across several engineering domains and lifecycle stages, guaranteeing that the areas under your responsibility meet both engineering and project criteria. The role demands multidisciplinary knowledge covering civil, mechanical, process and electrical engineering for nuclear or complex manufacturing facilities. Effective communication, stakeholder management and a proactive approach are key to success. Rolls‑Royce is an equal‑opportunities employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where different backgrounds drive innovation and problem‑solving. We support applicants in obtaining the required Security Check clearance and welcome UK nationals or MoD‑approved dual nationals. Your application may include online cognitive and behavioural assessments as part of the selection process. • Hold a STEM degree and experience in a highly regulated engineering environment. • Be a Chartered Engineer or progressing towards chartered status with professional body membership. • Demonstrate multidisciplinary knowledge across civil, mechanical, process and electrical engineering for nuclear or complex facilities. • Understand safety and environmental considerations for nuclear or highly regulated industries. • Show proven ability to deliver projects successfully and work effectively with supply chain and contractors.
Requirements
- ▸stem degree
- ▸chartered engineer
- ▸multidisciplinary
- ▸nuclear safety
- ▸project delivery
- ▸stakeholder mgmt
Benefits
We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes bonuses, employee assistance, and discounts. Hybrid working is available, allowing you to balance time between the office and remote locations, with an expectation to attend the workplace on average three days per week for collaboration. You will also receive support for security clearance and professional chartered status where applicable.
Work Environment
Onsite