Manufacturing Engineer Tooling

Job DescriptionManufacturing Engineer - ToolingFull TimeDerby/HybridWhat you will be doing An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Civil Large Engines Assembly Tooling Design Team in Derby. As a Manufacturing Engineer Tooling youll play a key role in the design and delivery of bespoke tooling solutions that support the assembly and overhaul of Rolls-Royce civil aerospace engines. These solutions span across the full product lifecyclefrom experimental demonstrators to full-rate production and aftermarket services.ResponsibilitiesThis is a dynamic and technically rewarding role that offers real scope for innovation ownership and professional growth. Were looking for individuals who are not only technically capable but also ambitious proactive and passionate about their own development. Youll be part of a supportive collaborative team where curiosity and continuous improvement are highly valued.Health & Safety: Ensure all tooling designs comply with the highest Health Safety & Environmental (HS&E) standards. Youll actively contribute to our Zero Harm objectives by embedding safety into every aspect of design and implementation.Driving Quality Excellence: Apply robust Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) principles to deliver right-first-time tooling solutions. Youll champion a zero-defect mindset and support the development of best practices throughout the team.Technical Leadership & Delivery:Define technical requirements and specifications for new and modified tooling systems.Make key design decisions approve manufacturing drawings FEA/stress reports and ensure CE marking and compliance where required.Take ownership of tooling projectsfrom concept through to commissioningacross Experimental Production and Aftermarket build lines.Coordinate with customers and suppliers place tooling orders and provide ongoing technical oversight to ensure delivery to quality and timeline expectations.Support fleet issues and emergent requirements with agile tooling responses including rapid design validation and deployment.Create tooling process documentation including build sequences and user training materials and contribute to PFMEA and risk reviews.Why Rolls-RoyceWork with us and well welcome you into a culture of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. We will listen first embrace feedback and act with integrity. We will invest in your continuous learning and development and make sure you have access to a wide breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career and make a difference.We offer excellent development a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus employee support assistance and employee discounts.Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office home or another remote location. Its a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum were all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons frequency will depend on business needs nature of role what works for the team and for the individual. Discover more on our GBS Service Portal about hybrid working.Who were looking forBeing a part of Rolls-Royce youll know we put safety first do the right thing keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form our behaviours. They are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.A degree in mechanical manufacturing or design engineering (or equivalent relevant experience).Strong CAD capability with proficiency in Siemens Nx (or willingness to learn fast).A good understanding of engine build or overhaul processes gained through hands-on experience or subsystem design/manufacturing roles.Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply root cause analysis to technical challenges.Strong written and verbal communication skills particularly in conveying complex technical information clearly.Working knowledge of manufacturing systems and industrialisation processes (preferred).A proactive mindset with a strong drive for personal and professional development. You should be eager to learn grow and take on increasing responsibility in a world-class engineering environment.Join us & help Rolls-Royce to become a high-performing competitive resilient business.The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be SNBG 7-10.This job is advertised at the grades shown and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any gradeIt is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.We are an equal opportunities employer. Were 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 well be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.Learn more about our global Inclusion StrategyGrade SNGB - 07-10Closing Date: 06th OctoberFor further information please contact: Ashley Ellis-BeestonJob CategoryManufacturing EngineeringPosting Date22 Sept 2025; 00:09Posting End Date06 Oct 2025 Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,CNC Programming,Lean,Machining,Tooling,CAD,CNC,Assembly Experience,SolidWorks,Kaizen,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1