Job Description
Electrical Systems Engineer – Verification & Validation - Full-time
Derby/Solihull/Hybrid
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Systems Verification & Validation Engineer to join our growing team, working on a technology development programme for a more-electric power and propulsion platform in advance of a New Product Introduction programme. Projects include concept architecture studies, modelling, simulation, prototype development and full-scale product demonstrators. Currently we have applications that are considering power levels from a few kW up to several MW supported by voltage levels up to ~5kV. This is an ideal opportunity to help develop cutting-edge electrical technology for a wide range of aerospace applications.
In the role of Electrical Systems Verification & Validation Engineer, you will be responsible for the verification & validation strategy and the coordinated testing of multiple novel technologies being integrated together into an electrical system. You will contribute to the company's electrical systems technology strategy.
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.
We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere and 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.
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. We encourage flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working wherever possible, so you can always be at your best - wherever and whenever you work.
What you will be doing:
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Leadership: Technical leadership for technology verification program, including but not limited to coaching junior engineers, project management, stakeholder management, technical leadership.
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Development of test specifications for the rig with a range of subject matter experts from different teams. Identifying the testing, instrumentation and equipment needed to support verification. Ensuring traceability of the test evidence through from requirements and ultimately creating a test plan from these specifications.
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Developing the electrical aspects of the test rig design, producing the requirements and specifications for electrical equipment required and managing their delivery and integration into the test facility to meet project timescales.
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Defining the requirements and managing the design of the rig control system(s), which is likely to include working with other teams to develop, as well as some aspects of software development and debugging.
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Working with subject matter experts to identify and define the operational limits and safety parameters for the equipment.
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Test engineer on-site during testing, responsible for operational decisions and investigations.
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Knowledge Sharing: Leads the sharing of Best Practice; represents the area as an authority in their defined subject; provides concise justification for decisions; records and captures salient information in reports and systems.
Who we’re looking for:
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Professionally qualified Engineer (UK minimum BEng degree or other national equivalent, higher degree preferred) with a background in aerospace electrical systems.
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Experience in verification and validation of electrical systems, preferably in the aerospace sector.
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Fundamental understand of electrical systems/electrical engineering and preferably experience in rig design and testing.
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Experience in writing technical documents such as test equipment requirements and specifications, verification and validation strategies, test specifications and technical standards.
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.
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 which are crucial to innovation and problem solving. We believe the more diverse perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of caring and belonging, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.
You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce
Closing date : 7th October 2025
Job Category
Validation and Verification
