Power Beam Welding Engineer - Submarines at Rolls-Royce in Derby, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

continuous improvement

component design

root cause

team liaison

plant continuity

sqcdp metrics

Drive continuous improvement projects from initial concepts to final completion and implementation
Influence the design and manufacture of key components that sit within the heart of the Submarines Pressurised Water Reactor system
Support a mixture of emergent shop floor issues, from product non-conformance, root cause investigations and cell performance, to supporting welders and managing Welder Qualifications in line with industry and internal standards
Liaising with the wider Manufacturing and Engineering teams to provide expertise and knowledge is vital within this role.
Play a key role in ensuring an uninterrupted manufacturing plant.
Support manufacturing meetings and reviews with the goal of ensuring SQCDP metrics are on target and in line with business requirements.

Requirements

qualified engineer

welding

nde

root cause

electron beam

laser processing

Strong analytical capability and sound judgement; broad technical background.
Professionally Qualified Engineer (e.g. UK minimum HND/foundation degree or other national equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
Experience with special processes such as welding, NDE, or heat treatment.
Professional welding qualifications (e.g. International Institute of Welding (IIW) / European Welding Federation (EWF) Welding Engineer or Technologist status, IEng or Ceng status, NVQ in welding, MSc Welding Engineering)
Proven ability to conduct root cause investigations involving fundamental process data as well as consideration of human factors.
Prior experience in electron beam or laser processing (welding, additive manufacture, cladding, cutting/drilling).
Competence in developing special process data cards and implementing associated process controls.
Awareness of and commitment to product safety.
Experience working with high-integrity products in highly regulated indutries.

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 security check (sc) clearance without caveats; rolls‑royce will support obtaining it.
uk nationality required; dual nationals subject to 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.

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Role

Description

continuous improvement

component design

root cause

team liaison

plant continuity

sqcdp metrics

Drive continuous improvement projects from initial concepts to final completion and implementation
Influence the design and manufacture of key components that sit within the heart of the Submarines Pressurised Water Reactor system
Support a mixture of emergent shop floor issues, from product non-conformance, root cause investigations and cell performance, to supporting welders and managing Welder Qualifications in line with industry and internal standards
Liaising with the wider Manufacturing and Engineering teams to provide expertise and knowledge is vital within this role.
Play a key role in ensuring an uninterrupted manufacturing plant.
Support manufacturing meetings and reviews with the goal of ensuring SQCDP metrics are on target and in line with business requirements.

Requirements

qualified engineer

welding

nde

root cause

electron beam

laser processing

Strong analytical capability and sound judgement; broad technical background.
Professionally Qualified Engineer (e.g. UK minimum HND/foundation degree or other national equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
Experience with special processes such as welding, NDE, or heat treatment.
Professional welding qualifications (e.g. International Institute of Welding (IIW) / European Welding Federation (EWF) Welding Engineer or Technologist status, IEng or Ceng status, NVQ in welding, MSc Welding Engineering)
Proven ability to conduct root cause investigations involving fundamental process data as well as consideration of human factors.
Prior experience in electron beam or laser processing (welding, additive manufacture, cladding, cutting/drilling).
Competence in developing special process data cards and implementing associated process controls.
Awareness of and commitment to product safety.
Experience working with high-integrity products in highly regulated indutries.

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 security check (sc) clearance without caveats; rolls‑royce will support obtaining it.
uk nationality required; dual nationals subject to 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