NDE Development Engineer - Submarines

Job Description Job Title: NDE Development Engineer Working Pattern: 37 Hours/ Days Working location: Derby Raynesway What you will be doing: We are currently looking to recruit a NDE Development Engineer for our non-destructive testing group. You will develop advanced automated ultrasonic, radiographic and eddy current inspection techniques including state-of-the-art phased array inspection capabilities for use on naval reactor plant. Responsibilities: Responsible for the design, development, justification and application of high integrity inspection techniques. Working across a range of areas, you will be involved in the testing of high integrity components through all stages of life. You will operate as part of a close-knit team with technical excellence and customer satisfaction high on the agenda and be responsible for developing and implementing new methods of non-destructive examination, using a mixture of bespoke and standard NDE equipment. With quality paramount to the success of our business, you will be required to demonstrate compliance to relevant company, national, and international standards to a level beyond reproach. Why Rolls-Royce? Work with us and we’ll welcome you into a culture of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. We will listen first, embrace feedback and act with integrity. We will invest in your continuous learning and development, and make sure you have access to a wide breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career and make a difference. 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. Who we’re looking for: We are looking to recruit at all levels and the ideal candidate will have experience in developing and justifying inspection techniques in accordance with European Network for Inspection and Qualification methodology. Ideally this experience will have been gained in a relevant industry, such as heavily regulated operations, or products and services, where high levels of reliability and integrity are required. You will ideally possess a degree in Science, Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM). Professional qualifications in NDT are highly beneficial (e.g. PCN, SNT, ASNT, MIPS, GUIDE), with the ideal candidate qualified in UT, RT and ET techniques. Majority of inspections use encoded manual and automated equipment, and experience in the operation of automated Ultrasonic & Eddy Current Testing systems or similar would be favourable. A demonstrable ability to work in a highly technical environment, in multidisciplinary teams and to tight deadlines is required. The ability to provide clear, concise and accurate technical reports, and candidates experienced in the production of technical justifications will be at a distinct advantage. 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. 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. 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. 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. Grade: 7-10 Job Category Manufacturing Engineering Posting Date 14 May 2025; 00:05 Posting End Date 28 May 2025 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet vital power needs.