
Rolls-Royce
Designs and manufactures power and propulsion systems for aerospace, marine, defence and energy sectors.
Electrical Engineer
Design and deliver low‑voltage power distribution systems for naval & marine applications
Job Highlights
About the Role
The engineer will be responsible for the delivery and design of electrical power systems within the E24S group, working as part of the NautIQ Solutions team. The role involves designing low‑voltage power distribution systems and equipment for naval applications and collaborating with other engineering disciplines. The team operates globally from the UK and US, with this position focused on the UK team in Bristol. You will deliver electrical systems to naval and commercial marine customers, supporting a broad portfolio that includes low‑voltage distribution and automation products. Rolls‑Royce operates across aerospace, defence, and marine sectors, delivering innovative integrated solutions. Key responsibilities include designing, developing, and verifying power distribution systems to meet demanding specifications, liaising with multidisciplinary engineers, presenting technical information in design reviews, supporting manufacturing and testing, and representing the project to customers, suppliers, and operators. You will also author technical documentation such as reports, schedules, and schematics. • Design, develop, and verify low‑voltage power distribution systems and equipment for naval and commercial marine applications. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers and present technical information during design reviews. • Support manufacturing, testing, and delivery of electrical products; represent the project to customers, suppliers, and operators. • Produce technical documentation, reports, schematics, and schedules. • Proactively identify and resolve technical issues while complying with functional, regulatory, and safety requirements. • Communicate effectively with cross‑functional teams and influence stakeholders. • Work independently and as part of a team to meet project deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸power design
- ▸system verification
- ▸design reviews
- ▸manufacturing support
- ▸technical documentation
- ▸issue resolution
What You Bring
Rolls‑Royce is seeking an Electrical Engineer for a hybrid role (three days a week in the office) based in Bristol, graded SNBG 07‑10. Candidates must hold a degree in electrical engineering (or equivalent) and have experience with AC and DC power distribution systems and their components. You should proactively identify issues, apply problem‑solving techniques, and consider functional, regulatory, and safety requirements. Excellent communication and influencing skills are required, as well as the ability to work independently and within a team to meet deadlines. Advantageous experience includes knowledge of marine and electrical standards (Class Society rules, IEC 61439), professional registration as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer, and proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD Electrical. Applicants must be able to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance, which Rolls‑Royce will support, and must hold UK nationality; dual nationals will undergo additional scrutiny. For more information, contact Jeff Hobday. • Hold a degree in electrical engineering (or equivalent) with knowledge of AC/DC power distribution and related components. • Familiarity with marine/electrical standards (Class Society rules, IEC 61439) and AutoCAD Electrical is desirable. • Obtain Security Check (SC) clearance and possess UK nationality.
Requirements
- ▸electrical degree
- ▸power distribution
- ▸iec 61439
- ▸autocad electrical
- ▸sc clearance
- ▸chartered engineer
Benefits
The company offers an inclusive culture, continuous learning, a competitive salary, bonus, employee assistance, and discounts. Hybrid working allows flexibility, with a minimum of three days per week on‑site for collaboration and specific activities. • Benefit from a competitive salary, bonus, employee assistance program, discounts, and flexible hybrid working.
Work Environment
Hybrid