Principal Engineer

Job Description

At Rolls-Royce, we pioneer the power that matters to our customers, to society and to the planet.

MTU is one of the world’s leading suppliers of drives and power systems for marine applications, for heavy land, rail, and defence vehicles, and for the oil and gas industry. In the traditional spirit of pioneers and inventors such as our founders, Wilhelm, and Karl Maybach, and Rolls and Royce, we work to develop solutions that are fit for the future. These include our 10,000-kW diesel engine, our ecologically sound co-generation module, and our innovative injection systems.

To maintain and develop existing software systems and integrated monitoring solutions by providing technical and domain expertise in marine automation and contribute to the development of future software projects in the marine engineering environment.

Job Description:

The Performance & Environmental Protection Engineer (EPPEPE) role is part of the Global Mechanical Systems Capability function.

The EPPEPE role involves design, simulation and verification of engines/aircraft at whole system level to predict and verify emergent system attributes which arise from the integration of sub-system components.

The role encompasses a wide range of technical activities ranging from development of models from engineering first principles, 1D thermodynamic simulation, empirical modelling, detailed 3D CFD assessment, understanding of certification requirements and physical testing. In addition, the role requires integration skills to allow requirements, data and product understanding to be gathered and disseminated across various stake holders (e.g. internal sub-system and component teams, airframers, regulatory authorities and customers).

Key Accountabilities:
- Own the definition of the product cycle.
- Provide prediction and analysis of product attributes at the whole system/platform level.
- Gather, manage and disseminate requirements from/to a range of internal and external customers.
- Provide data to sub-systems for product design and development.
- Define and manage system and product interfaces.
- Provide insight into product/aircraft interaction.
- Provide insight and analysis of real world operation and customer usage.
- Manage relationships with internal and external customers.


 

Key Experiences and any Qualifications:

Experience: 5+ Years (Relevant Experience)

- Bachelor's degree or Master's in Engineering or regional equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience
- Strong technical knowledge in mechanical design methodologies and have an understanding of cross-discipline engineering concepts which include but are not limited to manufacturing engineering, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, thermal and mechanical analysis, cost engineering and product definition
- An ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking on a range of technical problems and make balanced decisions across technical and business parameters
- Knowledge and experience of product integrity / liability and certification frameworks
- Membership of a relevant professional body appropriate to region. In the UK - attained/ working towards Chartered status is preferred (and equivalent regional variations)
- Good communication and presentation skills at all levels of the organisation

- Understanding of engine testing, performance testing.

-Calculations of thermodynamic engine performance.

Tools: UNIPLOT, CRETA, Concerto, GT Power, INCA, MATLAB.

We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Pioneer the performance of the future. Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for brilliance and innovation.

Our People are our Power.

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. 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 realize their full potential.

You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy here.

So that you can be your best at work and home, we’ll consider flexible working arrangements for everyone, in any role.

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