Materials Development Engineer (NDT) - Submarines

Job Description

Materials Development Engineer  (NDT) - Submarines

Full Time

Derby

We are currently looking to recruit a Materials Development Engineer to specialise in developing and deploying NDT inspection techniques within our ever-growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Materials Engineer to learn specialise and develop and deploy NDT inspection techniques. Training will be provided to enable you to develop as an individual and gain vital technical experience across a wide range of inspection capabilities.

This role involves working across the full NDE inspection cycle – from design to deployment.  You will have the opportunity to use cutting-edge probe technology and software, including practical trials and modelling where appropriate.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

What you will be doing:  

This role allows the unique opportunity to work up close with various naval nuclear reactor plant components, pre-service, in-service and post-service.  You will also get the chance to:

• You will be responsible for the design, development and deployment of advanced automated ultrasonic (UT) and eddy current (ET) inspection techniques, including state-of-the-art Phased Array Ultrasonic (PAUT) and Eddy Current Array (ECA) bespoke inspection capabilities for use on naval nuclear reactor plant components.
• Operate as part of a close-knit team with technical excellence and customer satisfaction high on the agenda and be responsible for developing and implementing new methods of NDE, using bespoke remotely operated machines.
• You will be required to travel away from home to support field deployments at a variety of sites including Barrow-in-Furness shipyard, naval bases at Devonport and Faslane, and Vulcan Naval Test Reactor Establishment.  This is normally no more than 2 weeks at a time and typically less than 25% of yearly requirement.  A valid driving license will be required.
• During deployments you will typically be required to support 12-hour shift working on a 24/7 basis, including weekends and statutory holidays when required.
• You may be exposed to difficult working conditions and will be required to be physically capable enough to move in and around the products (in line with H&S policy).                      

Position Qualifications

• Experience Developing Materials Testing tools and techniques
• Technical Report Writing,  producing clear, concise and accurate technical reports.
• The ability to work in a highly technical environment, in multidisciplinary teams and to tight deadlines.
• A degree in Science, Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).

For more than 60 years Rolls-Royce Submarines has designed, supplied and supported the nuclear propulsion plant, providing power for all UK Royal Navy nuclear submarines. 

To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines an individual must hold a Security Check clearance. We will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t already have it. Due to the nature of work we conduct, 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.

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.

Grade 6-10

Job Category

Engineering Materials

Posting Date

30 Jun 2026; 00:06

Posting End Date

07 Jul 2026