Process Engineer/Fluid System Design- Submarines

Job DescriptionProcess Engineer/Fluid System Design- Submarines Full Time, Derby, Raynesway.Why Rolls-Royce? We’re a leader in propulsion System Design and development for the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarine fleet and the sole provider and technical authority.Join us and we’ll provide an environment where you can be yourself. An inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in you, gives you a platform for continuous learning, and access to an incredThe Design and Execution team have positions available for Process Engineer/Fluid System Design Engineers to undertake rig design to support both Verification and Validation (V&V) and production testing of Nuclear Steam Raising Plant components.The role involves working as part of Integrated Project Teams to design new and modify existing multi-million-pound test rig designs, the bulk of which are in our Test Laboratory at our main offices at Raynesway in Derby. Working in multi-discipline teams, with internal resource, external design partners and equipment suppliers you’ll work with like-minded mechanical and electrical engineers and our facilities/operations team to develop the design intent for a range of different size rigs designed to deliver test data related to R&T, V&V, component qualification and through life performance requirements.We are looking for an innovative individual who is a self-starter and is comfortable working under pressure, at pace, who can deal with ambiguity and is able to develop and agree requirements with a wide range of stakeholders and make trades in terms of requirements and design complexity.  An ability to develop their own work scope and to work to process, whilst using their creativity to identify and exploit opportunities to drive time and cost out of programmes is necessary.Experience of design of process plant facilities, such as oil and gas pipework systems or chemical process facilities, is desirable.We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home or another remote location.  It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement.  As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.What you’ll be doing:You will be generating requirements, scoping work, and planning tasks in conjunction with stakeholders.Applying standard fluid flow and thermal hydraulic theory to inform and justify design decisions around system layout, component selection and sizing.  Examples include:Creation of Pipework and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), and the associated valve and equipment schedules.Pump, valve (inc. safety relief) and heat exchanger sizing and selection.Development of 1D system flow models, derivation of loss co-efficients etc.Development of operating philosophies and high-level control system logic.Who we are looking for:At Rolls-Royce we embrace agility, are bold, pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do.  These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. Experience, where possible, in a relevant, heavily regulated industry, such as Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Energy, Water or Nuclear.Experience of specifying, designing, justifying, or operating complex fluid/chemical process systemsDegree (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or another science or engineering discipline with thermo-fluids content.Track record of delivering solutions against specific customer requirements to time, cost, and quality.Sound knowledge of engineering principles, process safety, and applicable codes & standards.Understand of design process and design and safety assessment processes and tools e.g., HAZOP/HAZID/SWIFT/FMEAs etc.Desirable to have experience in the use of 1D flow modelling software (specifically FloMaster).We’re 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.You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines you need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets, you must hold a UK nationality. Any dual nationals will require additional scrutiny and background checks prior to commencing work with RRSL.Closing date: 12th January 2024Job CategoryValidation and VerificationPosting Date28 Dec 2023; 00:12