Manufacturing Engineer Improvement Lead Submarines

Job DescriptionJob Title: Manufacturing Engineer - Improvement Lead (Submarines)Working Pattern: Full timeWorking location: Derby (Raynesway)What you will be doing:The successful candidate will lead Manufacturing Engineering Strategic Improvements to enable rate to hit SSNA drumbeat. The successful candidate will be required to work with a range of SMEs to help foster a Continuous Improvement Zero Defect culture. The submarines business is going through a period of significant change ramping up to deliver 3 times current production volume. This is a pivotal role in ensuring NB&C are match fit to meet that challenge ensuring robustly engineered products and manufacturing processes.Responsibilities:With this exciting opportunity you will get a chance to be involved with the following:Lead strategic improvements to drive SQCDP performance.Lead the application of Built in Quality Toolset across NB&CDefine & Manage Execution of plan for application of Built- in-Quality toolset (PFD CM PFMEA Control Plans SPC MSA to existing productsAct as Local Subject Matter Expert for Built in QualityDefine standard toolsets & approach reflecting current industry best practiseProvide Coaching & Support to wider PCO ME TeamDrive technical improvements in support of our Nuclear cultureWho 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:Be degree qualified (or equivalent) or have the requisite technical experience a passion to succeed and a vision of how modern manufacturing should be achieved.Have a passion for engineering and a strong desire to effect product and process quality.Self-motivated amiable energetic individual with strong cross function and cross boundary working behaviour.Strong communication skills with the ability to lead and influence at all levels of the organisation.Strong understanding of ME Processes and PracticesSignificant experience in the application of the Built in Quality toolset.Experience in leading teams to deliver significant technical projects.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 7-9Closing date: 10/12/2025Job CategoryManufacturing EngineeringPosting Date27 Nov 2025; 00:11Posting End Date10 Dec 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