Manufacturing Engineer

Job DescriptionJob Title: Manufacturing Engineer (Producibility) SubmarinesWorking Pattern: Full timeWorking location: Derby (Raynesway)What you will be doing:An exciting opportunity for a Producibility Engineer (ME focussed) has arisen in New Build & Components as part of the Vessel Engineering Producibility Team in Rolls-Royce Defence (Submarines).As part of the Engineering Producibility Team a ME is expected to influence new designs using New Product Introduction tools to ensure manufacturability of product designs as well as continually improving upon existing product designs and translating these into world class processes which meet business and customer requirements for Safety Quality Cost & Delivery.Responsibilities:With this exciting opportunity you will get a chance to be involved with the following:Generating the technical package for the shop floor for the manufacture of parts. This will include Technical Instructions Manufacturing Stage Drawings Production Routers etc.Use of Build in Quality tools such as Process Maps Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEAs) and Control Plans.Technical Authority Ensure application of manufacturing process controlsReduction in cost of non-quality across the product family.Liaison with other departments such as Design Engineering &Technology Manufacturing Quality and Purchasing to ensure delivery of parts to set timescales and targeted costs.Support production to ensure product flow in the factory.Drive continuous improvements to eliminate the need for concessions and rework.Control and reduce costs to drive profitability in the factory by continuously challenging the methods of manufacture.Section Leader specific responsibilitiesLead team to deliver key technical outputs meeting performance targets.Supporting/Coaching team on technical tasksSetting/managing the Ready to Launch (RTL) requirements for the team in line with the plan monitoring risk and escalating where required while working cross functionally to provide solutions.Working with Group Leader and Engineering Manager to focus on team and individual development.Be a technical representative for the team at meetings and be an advocate for positive change.Who were looking for:At Rolls-Royce we embrace agility are bold pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.To be successful in this role you will need to meet the following criteria:UK minimum HND/foundation degree qualified or another national equivalent or have the requisite technical experience.Recognised national or international engineering accreditation (e.g. UK IEng or CEng) is desirablePossess a general understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to the business i.e. Machining Welding NDE Fabrication & Assembly and Metrology.Possess a general awareness of Manufacturing Systems (i.e. NX Teamcentre CAPP SAP) relevant to the business is desirable.Have a good understanding of Engineering processes relevant to their role i.e. DfM.Personal skills to manage relationships and influence internally and externally to the departmentCommunication planning and coordinating skillsAbility to manage ambiguity ability to set priorities and deal with change and drive for Results*Please be aware that if this role is outside of your current business sector then T&Cs might differ from your existing agreements for further information please contact your HR PP directly.*Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.It 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.You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people Rolls-RoyceTo work for Rolls-Royce Submarines you need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you dont currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets you must hold a UK nationality. Any dual nationals will require additional scrutiny and background checks prior to commencing work with RRSL.Grade: Level 7-9Job CategoryManufacturing EngineeringPosting Date10 Sept 2025; 00:09Posting End Date24 Sept 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