Hardware Engineer at Rolls-Royce in Derby, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

hardware integration

integration testing

automated testing

change control

circuit design

supplier management

Integrating of software and programmable hardware onto hardware platforms,
Defining and carrying out detailed integration testing,
You will support process and technical audits, and product design reviews,
You will follow a process driven Hardware development lifecycle to deliver customer requirements by:
Developing automated testing procedures,
Managing change control and configuration management,
You will liaise with software, systems, programmable hardware and safety teams,
Defining low level requirements and detailed designs,
Developing high-level hardware design requirements using DOORS,
Designing circuits, selecting components and capturing schematics,
You will be expected to engage in continued improvement of our hardware development process, for cost and timescale reduction and quality improvement,
Architecting Hardware solutions,
You will manage suppliers, including scoping packages of work and reviewing their deliveries.

Requirements

real-time

digital design

safety-critical

programmable logic

degree

problem solving

Experienced in real-time systems
You will be engaged in problem solving,
Experienced in digital electronics design,
Awareness of safety-critical development constraints (e.g. IEC62566),
Self-motivated and enthusiastic to become familiar with new techniques and tools,
You will be required to demonstrate process adherence and solution correctness,
Qualified to degree level,
Experienced and talented hardware engineer.
Experienced in programmable logic device design,
In Electronics Engineering, or related discipline,

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must hold a security check (sc) clearance without any caveats.
rolls‑royce will support the application for security clearance if you don’t already have it.
uk nationality is required; dual nationals will undergo additional scrutiny and background checks.

Company

Overview

£18.9 billion

Revenue

The company achieved near £18.9 billion in revenue in 2024.

£2.9 billion

Operating Profit

The company reported an operating profit of approximately £2.9 billion in 2024.

36%

Market Share

The company holds a commercial engine market share of roughly 36%. This reflects its strong position in the sector.

25 vehicles/day

Production Rate

The company's Goodwood facility produces approximately 25 ultra-luxury electric vehicles per day under a BMW licence.

Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse.
It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure.
Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors.
It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units.
Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

Culture + Values

We do the right thing – We do what’s right for our customers, our people, and society.
We aim high – We stretch our ambition, we set challenging goals, and we deliver results.
We take ownership – We take personal responsibility for our actions, performance, and results.
We act with integrity – We build trust by being honest, transparent, and ethical in everything we do.
We collaborate – We work together with respect, trust, and inclusiveness to achieve our goals.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Carbon intensity down by 25%

Carbon Intensity Reduction Target

Committed to reducing the carbon intensity of products and operations by 25% by 2030.

CO2 emissions reduced by 50%

SAF Emissions Reduction

SAF strategy targets a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from flight by 2050.

Engaged in development of hybrid-electric and fully-electric propulsion systems to reduce environmental impact.
Focus on reducing waste and resource consumption across the entire supply chain.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% by 2030

Female Leadership Target

Aims to achieve 30% female representation in senior leadership positions.

26% workforce

Gender Representation

Women currently account for 26% of the global workforce as of 2023.

Set a goal to increase representation of ethnic minorities in senior roles.
Implemented initiatives to promote a more inclusive work environment, including mentorship programs and leadership development for underrepresented groups.

Articles

R2 Factory – digital transformation community

Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars PressClub

Rolls‑Royce at Global Space Congress – supplier info

Role

Description

hardware integration

integration testing

automated testing

change control

circuit design

supplier management

Integrating of software and programmable hardware onto hardware platforms,
Defining and carrying out detailed integration testing,
You will support process and technical audits, and product design reviews,
You will follow a process driven Hardware development lifecycle to deliver customer requirements by:
Developing automated testing procedures,
Managing change control and configuration management,
You will liaise with software, systems, programmable hardware and safety teams,
Defining low level requirements and detailed designs,
Developing high-level hardware design requirements using DOORS,
Designing circuits, selecting components and capturing schematics,
You will be expected to engage in continued improvement of our hardware development process, for cost and timescale reduction and quality improvement,
Architecting Hardware solutions,
You will manage suppliers, including scoping packages of work and reviewing their deliveries.

Requirements

real-time

digital design

safety-critical

programmable logic

degree

problem solving

Experienced in real-time systems
You will be engaged in problem solving,
Experienced in digital electronics design,
Awareness of safety-critical development constraints (e.g. IEC62566),
Self-motivated and enthusiastic to become familiar with new techniques and tools,
You will be required to demonstrate process adherence and solution correctness,
Qualified to degree level,
Experienced and talented hardware engineer.
Experienced in programmable logic device design,
In Electronics Engineering, or related discipline,

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must hold a security check (sc) clearance without any caveats.
rolls‑royce will support the application for security clearance if you don’t already have it.
uk nationality is required; dual nationals will undergo additional scrutiny and background checks.

Company

Overview

£18.9 billion

Revenue

The company achieved near £18.9 billion in revenue in 2024.

£2.9 billion

Operating Profit

The company reported an operating profit of approximately £2.9 billion in 2024.

36%

Market Share

The company holds a commercial engine market share of roughly 36%. This reflects its strong position in the sector.

25 vehicles/day

Production Rate

The company's Goodwood facility produces approximately 25 ultra-luxury electric vehicles per day under a BMW licence.

Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse.
It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure.
Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors.
It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units.
Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

Culture + Values

We do the right thing – We do what’s right for our customers, our people, and society.
We aim high – We stretch our ambition, we set challenging goals, and we deliver results.
We take ownership – We take personal responsibility for our actions, performance, and results.
We act with integrity – We build trust by being honest, transparent, and ethical in everything we do.
We collaborate – We work together with respect, trust, and inclusiveness to achieve our goals.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Carbon intensity down by 25%

Carbon Intensity Reduction Target

Committed to reducing the carbon intensity of products and operations by 25% by 2030.

CO2 emissions reduced by 50%

SAF Emissions Reduction

SAF strategy targets a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from flight by 2050.

Engaged in development of hybrid-electric and fully-electric propulsion systems to reduce environmental impact.
Focus on reducing waste and resource consumption across the entire supply chain.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% by 2030

Female Leadership Target

Aims to achieve 30% female representation in senior leadership positions.

26% workforce

Gender Representation

Women currently account for 26% of the global workforce as of 2023.

Set a goal to increase representation of ethnic minorities in senior roles.
Implemented initiatives to promote a more inclusive work environment, including mentorship programs and leadership development for underrepresented groups.

Articles

R2 Factory – digital transformation community

Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars PressClub

Rolls‑Royce at Global Space Congress – supplier info