Electrical Design Engineer

Bristol
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Job Description

Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Bristol (Hybrid)

Contract Type: Full Time

Join Rolls-Royce as an Electrical Design Engineer and contribute to the development of cutting-edge Aerospace Engine Test Facilities in support of both our Civil and Defence programmes. Based in Bristol, this role gives you the opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects that will directly support upcoming future programmes - some of the most exciting engineering challenges we've ever taken on.

You'll be part of the global Measurement & Test Engineering organisation, playing a key role in designing, developing and maintaining world-class test capability for our next generation of gas turbine engines.

WHY ROLLS-ROYCE?

Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.

At Rolls-Royce, you'll find a caring, inclusive culture that values your development and offers exceptional benefits. We're proud to power, protect and connect people and the planet, and we're looking for passionate engineers to help us do it better than ever.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

You'll be part of the Technical Authority for Aerospace Engine Test Facilities, working from our Bristol site and supporting a broad mix of current and future programmes.

Your responsibilities will include:
Developing electrical engineering designs and calculationsLeading requirements capture and converting them into detailed design solutionsProducing specifications, technical reports and verification schedulesOverseeing manufacture, installation, testing, and inspection of systemsSupporting design reviews, peer approvals, and ensuring safety and compliance standards are met
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for engineers who put safety first, act with integrity, and thrive in collaborative environments.

Ideally, you'll have:
A HND/HNC or higher in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)Experience in electrical design and technical documentationProject environment experience with planning and execution skillsKnowledge of British Standards and electrical design principles (e.g. BS7671)A proactive, team-oriented approach with excellent communication skills
The following experience would be advantageous but not essential:
Control & Instrumentation (C&I) design (BS6739)Functional safety (IEC 61508/61511)Electrical design software (e.g. Amtech), or Siemens NX / TeamcenterWorking towards IEng or CEng status
We are an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we'll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.

We welcome applications from people with a refugee background.

To work for Rolls-Royce, you need to hold or be eligible to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance with UK Eyes Only caveats. We will support your application if needed. Due to the nature of the work, you must be a UK national.

Job Category

Validation and Verification

Posting Date

23 May 2025; 00:05

Posting End Date

19 Jun 2025PandoLogic. Keywords: Aerospace Design Engineer, Location: Bristol, ENG - BS2 9NX

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