Structural Integrity Engineering (FEA) - Submarines

Rolls-Royce plc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Derby is seeking a Structural Integrity Engineer (FEA) for a full-time position. The role involves structural integrity assessments and finite element analyses for submarines. Candidates should possess a degree in mechanical engineering, physics, or mathematics, and demonstrate expertise in structural integrity analysis and finite element modeling using tools like Abaqus and ANSYS. This position offers competitive salaries, exceptional benefits, and a commitment to an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Exceptional benefits

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level or equivalent in relevant fields.
• Able to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Interest in structural integrity analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical assessments using finite element analyses.
• Develop methodologies for submarine nuclear plant components.
• Communicate assessments clearly to various audiences.

Skills

Structural integrity analysis

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Mechanical engineering

Physics

Mathematics

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering, physics, or mathematics

Tools

Abaqus

ANSYS

HyperMesh

Job description

Structural Integrity Engineering (FEA) - Submarines page is loaded## Structural Integrity Engineering (FEA) - Submarineslocations: Derbytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR6149308## **Job Description****Structural Integrity Engineer (FEA) - Submarines Full Time / Part Time****5 Days On-Site****Derby**As a structural integrity engineer, you will be engaging primarily in structural integrity assessments including primary strength, fatigue, fatigue crack growth and fracture assessments, in accordance with ASME III and R6 defect tolerance assessment code.You will be supporting a wide range of programmes from in-service support, new build, and future programmes.You will also be building and maintaining Finite Element Analyses (FEA) models to extract stresses to be used in the justification of the components.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.We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.We’ll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.**What we offer:**We offer excellent development opportunities, 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 will be doing**:You will be undertaking a broad range of mechanical assessments, including linear, non-linear finite element analyses.* Making use of traditional hand calculation methods, commercial finite element codes (mainly Abaqus) and bespoke analysis codes.* Using assessment work to develop and substantiate component designs, inform through-life management and supporting submarine enterprise.* Development and implementation of methodologies to assess submarine nuclear plant components.* Relaying the method and outcome of assessments, clearly and efficiently, to a range of audiences at all seniorities within Rolls-Royce, industry partners and customer organisations.**Who we are 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.**Essential:*** Qualified to degree level, or with equivalent experience, in mechanical engineering, physics or mathematics.* Able to prioritise tasks and work effectively on multiple projects at the same time.* Demonstrate interest and expertise in structural integrity analysis.**Desirable:*** Good all-round knowledge of the fundamental failure mechanisms and the methods used to assess against them.* Practical experience of using finite element methods (preferably Abaqus) for structural component assessment, along with experience of providing support to manufacturing engineers, designers and safety case authors.* Good working knowledge of linear and non-linear events.* Experience generating and working with finite element models, using industry standard tools such as Abaqus, ANSYS, HyperMesh.* Experience of working in an industry where safety is a priority and in which components are justified to safety cases and/or design code requirements. (ASME III, R6)* Membership, or Associate Membership, of a relevant professional institution and working toward chartership.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 atTo 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.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**21 Jan 2026; 00:01## **Posting End Date**