Fluid Systems Engineer (Group Leader) - Submarines

Job Description Nuclear Fluid System Design Engineer (Group Leader)- Submarines Full time Derby/Hybrid (Min. 3-days in office) An opportunity has arisen for a Nuclear Fluid System Design Engineer with Group Leader responsibilities to join the Services Systems Group. The role presents an opportunity to develop your Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR) technical knowledge leading a team of engineers and work with customers and stakeholders in the wider Submarine enterprise. The Nuclear Fluid System Design Engineer, working within a whole plant or individual system team, is responsible for creating system definitions and component specifications in the context of nuclear systems design, definition, assessment, substantiation, integration and verification activities at an integrated power system or fluid system level as applicable, in support of capability acquisition, new product introduction and in-service product support. Why Rolls-Royce? Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount. We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey. This role sits in the Services Systems Group, part of the Availability Centre in the Services Delivery Business Unit (DBU), reporting to the Services Systems Group Manager. We’ll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference. This role is ideal for those looking to expand their breadth of knowledge of PWR Fluid Systems, with opportunities to be involved in activities across the product lifecycle, from Dreadnought design & build to Current Class in-service and disposal. Alongside these activities, this role presents an opportunity to develop people leadership skills as a Group Leader. What we offer We offer excellent development opportunities, 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 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 With this attractive opportunity you will get a chance to: Look after staff safety and well-being and ensure that staff are appropriately trained and supervised to carry out their roles effectively and are developed for future requirements. Lead a team of Fluid Systems engineers and develop your Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR) technical knowledge. Define Group strategy that aligns with the Services DBU and Submarines business strategy. Execute the planning and balancing of load and capacity in the short and medium term and deliver committed outputs to the customer at the right time, cost, and quality. Engage with external customers and enterprise partners and create an environment for continuous improvement with emphasis on sharing and searching for good practice with other areas. Who we’re looking for: At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. To be successful in this role you will need to: Hold a PhD, Masters or Batchelors degree in an Engineering or relevant Science or Mathematics degree subject with suitable experience. Demonstrate an ability to apply logical, analytical, and innovative thinking on a range of technical problems. Be proactive, persistent and customer focused with a high level of self-motivation and initiative, and able to stand-alone. Have effective interpersonal, communication and coaching skills essential for liaising with customers and undertaking a leadership role. Demonstrate a good understanding of the Submarines business and knowledge of PWR Fluid Systems. Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.   The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.   It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role. 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 which are crucial to innovation and problem solving. We believe the more diverse perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of caring and belonging, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential. You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce To work for the Rolls-Royce Submarines business an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national. Level 8-10 Contact Paul Garget paul.gargett@rolls-royce.com Job Category Mechanical Systems Posting Date 28 Mar 2025; 00:03 Posting End Date 04 Apr 2025 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet vital power needs.