Welding QA/QC Engineer - Submarines at Rolls-Royce in Derby, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

welding inspection

root cause

consumable control

pre‑weld checks

production holds

procedure qualification

Acting as the Special Processes representative to liaise with production, NDE and other department’s Manufacturing Engineers (ME) regarding welding inspection.
Work alongside the Special Processes Welding Engineering team (Manual and Mechanised) for development of special applications and future capability.
Undertake technical investigations into defect root cause analysis (RCA) and preparing proposals for preventative actions.
Ensuring compliant welding consumable control in accordance with internal Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions.
Visual weld inspection of components and assessing imperfections to Rolls-Royce internal acceptance criteria.
Undertaking pre-weld checks including joint fit-up and availability of any required equipment / tooling for special applications.
Raising stops and holds to production routers where deviations or non-conformances are found, and effectively communicating these to relevant parties through effective communication, including technical reports and presentations where required.
Shop floor surveillance for the compliance of welding operations (manual and mechanized) variables, parameters, and consumables against the prescribed Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).
Work closely with the existing Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE) team to support and witness Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) and Welder Qualifications (WQ).

Requirements

remote inspection

welding standards

cswip 3.1

rca

communication

welding

Have experience using Remote Visual Inspection (RVI) equipment and borescopes.
Can demonstrate excellent working knowledge of relevant standards relating to welding acceptance i.e. ISO 5817 / ASME IX.
Preferably hold a current CSWIP 3.1 or PCN Level 2 in Visual testing (candidates who have previously held these qualifications or are willing to work towards these may be considered).
Excellent communication skills, including verbal and report writing.
Experience with RCA tools and techniques.
Have experience in visual inspection of pressure vessels, pipe work, valves and cladding across a range of materials and processes.
Practical welding experience (manual and/or mechanized) is desirable, including an awareness of PQR’s and welder qualifications.

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 uk security check (sc) clearance without caveats.
rolls‑royce will support obtaining sc clearance if not already held.
uk nationality is required; dual nationals undergo additional scrutiny.

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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

welding inspection

root cause

consumable control

pre‑weld checks

production holds

procedure qualification

Acting as the Special Processes representative to liaise with production, NDE and other department’s Manufacturing Engineers (ME) regarding welding inspection.
Work alongside the Special Processes Welding Engineering team (Manual and Mechanised) for development of special applications and future capability.
Undertake technical investigations into defect root cause analysis (RCA) and preparing proposals for preventative actions.
Ensuring compliant welding consumable control in accordance with internal Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions.
Visual weld inspection of components and assessing imperfections to Rolls-Royce internal acceptance criteria.
Undertaking pre-weld checks including joint fit-up and availability of any required equipment / tooling for special applications.
Raising stops and holds to production routers where deviations or non-conformances are found, and effectively communicating these to relevant parties through effective communication, including technical reports and presentations where required.
Shop floor surveillance for the compliance of welding operations (manual and mechanized) variables, parameters, and consumables against the prescribed Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).
Work closely with the existing Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE) team to support and witness Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) and Welder Qualifications (WQ).

Requirements

remote inspection

welding standards

cswip 3.1

rca

communication

welding

Have experience using Remote Visual Inspection (RVI) equipment and borescopes.
Can demonstrate excellent working knowledge of relevant standards relating to welding acceptance i.e. ISO 5817 / ASME IX.
Preferably hold a current CSWIP 3.1 or PCN Level 2 in Visual testing (candidates who have previously held these qualifications or are willing to work towards these may be considered).
Excellent communication skills, including verbal and report writing.
Experience with RCA tools and techniques.
Have experience in visual inspection of pressure vessels, pipe work, valves and cladding across a range of materials and processes.
Practical welding experience (manual and/or mechanized) is desirable, including an awareness of PQR’s and welder qualifications.

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 uk security check (sc) clearance without caveats.
rolls‑royce will support obtaining sc clearance if not already held.
uk nationality is required; dual nationals undergo additional scrutiny.

People also searched

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