Rolls-Royce
Component Design Engineer
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Job Description
Job Title: Component Design Engineer
Working Pattern: Days
Working location: Bristol/Hybrid
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Component Design Engineer to join our team in Defence Future Programmes. Based in Bristol you will be part of a large multi-disciplinary organisation (120+ persons) tasked with delivering novel gas turbine sub-systems and component solutions as part of a next generation power and propulsion system.
As a Component Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design of a variety of components and assemblies across a range of sub-systems. As part of a self-contained organisation, duties can extend to supporting broader activities such as testing and verification programmes, technology development activities, and development of tools and methods, to name but a few.
What you will be doing:
- Deliver design solutions for component(s) and complex assemblies in consideration of safety, manufacturing capability, product physical and functional robustness.
- Deliver definition to appropriate stakeholder groups’ requirements (e.g. manufacturing (domestic/external), project customers, analysis team etc) in accordance with associated agreed policies via conventional and future state approaches (Model Based Definition in association with the Model Based Environment).
- Develop tool sets, methods, standards, best practice guidance for sub-systems and components. Capture lessons learnt.
- Contribute to product safety through XFMEA and risk processes. Ensure design solutions adhere to quality systems.
- Carry out analyses using formula-based calculations and/or automated workflows for dimensioning of parts and components (e.g. stability, stiffness, profiles, balance point, weights) and where appropriate, using analytical rules, tools and methods to underwrite the design solution against requirements.
- Ensure delivery of work in line with priorities, manage work through an agile management framework, and contribute to planning within a multi-disciplinary team.
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Who we’re looking for:
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
To be successful in this role you will need to have:
- Ideally a Master's degree in Engineering or Bachelors plus relevant work experience.
- A registered Chartered Engineer (with UK Engineer Council or international equivalent) or working towards registration.
- Strong technical knowledge in mechanical design methodologies and have an understanding of cross-discipline engineering concepts which include but are not limited to manufacturing engineering, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, thermal and mechanical analysis, cost engineering and product definition.
- An ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking on a range of technical problems and make balanced decisions across technical and business parameters.
- Good communication and presentation skills at all levels of the organisation and experience working with large multi-disciplinary teams.
- Ideal but not essential, a broad and practical understanding of the design and manufacturing methods for components used within a gas turbine engine.
- Ideal but not essential, experience in using Siemens NX (or equivalent CAD software), Teamcenter or other Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) suites.
- Ideal but not essential, experience leading design activities, providing input to programme plans, contributing to the development of junior engineers.
Regional Benefits:
- Generous Annual Leave
- Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
- Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce.
- Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations.
- Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes.
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Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.
The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.
To work for the Rolls-Royce Defence business an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.
Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Closing date: 18th August 2026
As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.
Job Category
Mechanical Systems
Posting Date
04 Aug 2026; 00:08
Posting End Date
17 Aug 2026
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