Field Service Engineer - Electrical Bias

Rolls-Royce

The Role

Overview

Perform installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of marine electrical and propulsion systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • switchboard maintenance
  • system commissioning
  • fault diagnosis
  • stock control
  • technical reporting
  • on‑call support

Tasks

-Perform maintenance and fault finding on Switchboards and power management systems. -Will identify and implement continuous improvement, the transfer of best practices and the adherence to processes and procedures. -May be occasionally required to direct others on immediate basic tasks and provide technical support and guidance in-field. -Provide emergency on-call coverage as part of the Service Engineers’ call-out rota. -Anticipate and plan for issues and resolves problems by identifying and addressing the root cause. -To compile Technical Reports in a timely manner and to a high standard on the completion of each job detailing the work undertaken and the reasons why. -Carry out Installation and Commissioning of Switchboards and Power Management Systems on Vessels. -Sign up for and pass CONDO Training (Contractor on Deployed Operations) -To be responsible for stock control of parts and equipment that are in their care. -Support other service and sales activities as directed. e.g. attending meetings with other department representatives -Undertake technical training as required -To use diagnostic tools, methods and procedures to identify faults and determine the root cause of failure that can be communicated to the customer. -Carry out Commissioning, Service and Repair of IPMS/AMS, Propulsion and Power Systems to ensure that all products and systems are ready for operation.

Requirements

  • gcse maths
  • health & safety
  • mod clearance
  • marine propulsion
  • switchboards
  • electrical engineering

What You Bring

-GCSE English and Maths or equivalent. -Capable of making judgements on technical problems with moderate scope and complexity and where the maintenance solution is not always clear cut and will rely on practice and experience to evaluate options under circumstances not covered by procedures. -Sound knowledge and understanding of Health & safety best practices. -Knowledge share and support the on-the-job development of others where appropriate. -The job requires a disciplined individual capable of delivering & communicating the high standards expected of a blue-chip company. -Successfully attain full MoD Security Clearance. -Demonstrate compliance and understanding/appreciation of all relevant Health and Safety legislation applicable to the role. -The applicant must be capable of using both traditional and PC-based diagnostics. -This position requires a proactive and enthusiastic person with good communication skills, able to work both independently, or as part of a team. -The successful applicant will be required to travel extensively within the UK & ROI and may be additionally required to spend time overseas, including product training in Germany and deployment overseas to any asset, either in port or potentially at sea under “Contractors On Deployed Operations” (CONDO) working arrangements. -The applicant is expected to be technically competent in Marine Propulsion and Power products. -The applicant must have experience with Switchboards, both maintenance and diagnostics. -The applicant must have electrical competencies and basic mechanical. -Appropriate qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Installation & Maintenance or similar relevant qualification or demonstrable industry experience. -Is culturally sensitive to all others and able to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

The Company

About Rolls-Royce

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Civil aerospace

Defence

Power Systems

Electrical

Commercial marine

Yacht

Marine

Industrial construction

Building construction

Security Clearance

-must obtain full mod security clearance