Test Rigs and Facilities Engineer (Verification & Validation) - Submarines
Location: Derby, UK
Type: Full-Time / On-Site
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Test Rigs and Facilities Engineer to join the growing EC&I Verification & Validation team. The EC&I V&V team is responsible for delivering the verification of the next-generation Rolls-Royce nuclear reactor control system.
This role puts you right at the heart of the action, getting hands-on with real kit and ensuring we deliver a safe product to the customer.
What you will be doing:
You will be responsible for helping ensure the efficient and safe operation of the Verification & Validation Test Facilities. This includes:
* Operation of several hardware-in-the-loop, real-time test systems.
* Working with the test rig vendor to design and deliver new test systems to meet capability requirements.
* Calibration and configuration control of test kit.
* Performing regular maintenance checks on test rigs to ensure safety and quality.
* Working with the test team to understand and resolve technical issues with the test hardware and testing architecture.
* Maintaining the safe and efficient operation of a working facility, with duties including:
o Procurement and outfitting of test equipment and test hardware.
o Planning and delivering installations of Submarines equipment to meet program demands.
o Assisting test engineers with day-to-day facility operations.
o Ensuring safe working practice.
Who we’re looking for:
Essential:
* Degree qualified in one of the following disciplines: Electronic, Electrical, Control, Systems, or Software Engineering. (Those with Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or other STEM degrees will also be considered if relevant experience can be demonstrated.)
* Analytical and logical mind with numeracy and literacy skills.
Beneficial:
* A good technical understanding of electrical/electronic control systems.
* Hardware in the Loop test experience.
* Experience operating/maintaining/calibrating test rigs and using test equipment such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc.
* Ability to interpret electrical schematics and perform fault finding.
* Good knowledge of the product design lifecycle including design optioneering, problem solving, definition, verification and validation, justification and safety, and final acceptance.
To work for the Rolls-Royce Submarines business, an individual must hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently 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.
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