Control Systems Engineer reference: JR6125517

Job Description JR6125517 – Control Systems Engineer – Platform Optimisation Full time Bristol/Derby/Solihull Hybrid Rolls-Royce is looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on flagship Rolls-Royce programs and play a vital role in solving some of the most complex and interesting technological challenges in the industry while being part of a global, multi-disciplinary team. This is an opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer to join the ‘Mission Critical, Health Monitoring and Platform Optimisation’ delivery team, and take ownership of the ‘Platform Optimisation’ Product System on behalf of group Engineering, Technology & Safety. Ideal for a highly motivated individual, this role is a focal point responsible for integrating multiple technology development strands across the group with potential for application across the Civil Aerospace, Defence and Power Systems businesses, by developing control schemes which extend beyond the usual powerplant scope to optimise across multiple sub-systems in different scenarios in order to provide new value at platform level. They will also play a key role in driving on time delivery and quality of the optimisation solutions and the artefacts associated with their design, verification and validation, while collaborating with Engineers across multiple disciplines, research partners and the supply chain. Being a part of Rolls-Royce you’ll know we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form our behaviours. They are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. Key Accountabilities - Performs detailed performance analyses and trade studies of future controls and monitoring and platform optimisation systems. - Elicit and define the high level requirements for Platform Optimisation functionality, and develop concept solutions (functional architectures) to meet these requirements. - Analyses the system concepts for functional behaviour, which may include modelling and simulation to demonstrate that the design meets the high level requirements. Develops and reviews system tests that will provide evidence to demonstrate that the system requirements have been satisfied. - Work with relevant internal and external stakeholders to secure funding and shape R&T work packages covering Health Monitoring & Platform Optimisation technology. Key Experiences and Qualifications - Engineering degree(s) from a relevant discipline. - Demonstrable depth of knowledge and experience in Control Systems Engineering, with a working appreciation of associated engineering disciplines (software, electronics, system security). - Working knowledge of Health Monitoring and/or Platform Optimisation domain, and the associated system architecture, software and/or hardware architecture, software and hardware development process constraints, and verification vehicles and strategies. - Able to conduct appropriate research, being outward focussed and able to seek solutions/information from outside of immediate area, including suppliers, universities, customers, related industries - Familiar with developing model-based systems and software with digital engineering toolsets (MATLAB, Simulink and/or similar), requirements management and lifecycle / workflow management tools, e.g. DOORS, Azure DevOps, etc. - Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail. - Strong problem solving skills, and an ability to understand the level of analysis required. - Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, able to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language. We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home or another remote location. It 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, frequency will depend on business needs, nature of role, what works for the team and for the individual. Discover more on our GBS Service Portal about hybrid working. 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. Learn more about our global Inclusion Strategy Closing Date: 13/06/25 For further information please contact: Chris Jefferies Job Category Software Systems Posting Date 30 May 2025; 00:05 Posting End Date 12 Jun 2025 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet vital power needs.