> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1211826-engineer-test-capability](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1211826-engineer-test-capability). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineer - Test Capability - **Company:** Rolls-Royce - **Location:** Derby, UK - **Salary:** £42,000.0 - £55,150.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 3d Models, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Power BI, Microsoft SharePoint, DOORS (Software), Microsoft Power Automate, Office365, Polarion, Powerapps - **Published:** July 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e74c72ac89f737f3 ## About the Role We know there's no such thing as the 'perfect' candidate. If you meet around 75% of the criteria below, we'd love to hear from you: Test Design Experience * Experience supporting or delivering engineering test programmes * Experience developing evidence to support design verification and validation * Experience producing technical documentation such as requirements, calculations, test specifications, drawings, CAD models or P&IDs * Understanding of engineering risk management principles * Experience within highly regulated industries such as Nuclear, Energy, Defence, Aerospace, Rail, Process or Oil & Gas would be advantageous Development of Capability * Experience developing and improving engineering methods, tools, processes and team capability * Experience creating, owning or supporting functional strategies and improvement plans * Proactive approach to challenging existing ways of working and driving continuous improvement * Experience developing digital tools, workflows or business processes Experience in one or more of the following would be advantageous: * IBM DOORS * Siemens Polarion * Azure DevOps * Microsoft Power BI * SharePoint Administration * Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate) * Microsoft 365 Copilot Communication & Stakeholder Engagement * Strong interpersonal and communication skills * Ability to bring together multidisciplinary teams to solve complex problems * Ability to influence stakeholders and manage competing priorities * Experience engaging with suppliers and external partners to achieve successful outcomes Systems Engineering * Systems-thinking mindset with practical experience applying systems engineering techniques * Analytical and methodical approach to problem solving * Ability to work effectively in environments with uncertainty and change Safety Culture * Demonstrates strong safety behaviours and promotes a positive safety culture * Willingness to challenge constructively and uphold high engineering standards, * Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline, or equivalent relevant experience., Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance * Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check * Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check ## Description As a Test Capability Engineer, you will play a key role in enabling the successful delivery of test programmes across the SMR programme. Reporting to the Test Capability Manager, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the processes, methods, tools and standards that support the effective delivery of testing activities. You will work closely with project delivery teams, subject matter experts and supply chain partners to ensure testing is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of technologies and engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, thermal-hydraulics, materials and chemistry, and civil engineering., * Develop and implement processes, methods, tools, standards and guidance that enable successful delivery of test programmes * Support strategic resource planning activities to meet programme priorities and business needs * Work with subject matter experts and capability teams to drive technical excellence across Development Engineering * Support project delivery teams to achieve cost, quality and schedule objectives * Ensure testing processes and tools are effectively integrated with wider business activities * Help monitor and improve supplier performance across the Development Engineering supply chain * Support the development of technical quality, competency and safety standards * Contribute to continuous improvement activities across testing capability and delivery * Support the successful execution of test programmes through effective stakeholder engagement. ## Related Videos - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [TresJS a new declarative ThreeJS as Vue components](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/543-tresjs-a-new-declarative-threejs-as-vue-components) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Cross platform Augmented Reality development with React Native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/160-cross-platform-augmented-reality-development-with-react-native) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk)