Chief Development Engineer

What you will be doing

Position Qualifications

• Degree in relevant Engineering and/or Science/Technology subject (or significant and relevant experience).
• Experience delivering in multiple, complex engineering roles.
• Experience working in both Customer and Supply-chain facing environments
• Knowledge and experience in Development / Verification lifecycle and associated processes in a regulated industry.
• The role is Bristol-based, but candidate may be expected to travel to support / lead activity from the RR assembly and test facility (Winsford), and/or in the Supply chain, as required.

Preferred requirements

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and systems thinking skills
• Previous experience in Naval-Marine and/or Electrical Power industry is preferred. Knowledge of LV marine electrical systems would be beneficial.
• Full and Clean Driving Licence, UK Passport Holder
• Must be fluent in both written and spoken English
• NOTE : UK NATIONAL and ability to hold SC clearance is a requirement of this role due to Project(s) classification. Dual-National (UK) may be considered, subject to clearance.
• Familiarity with APQP or equivalent quality framework would be beneficial.
• Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu . Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.
• We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.
• Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.
• Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.