Manufacturing Engineer

Job DescriptionJob Title: Manufacturing Engineer (Purchasing) - SubmarinesWorking Pattern: DaysWorking location: DerbyWhat you will be doing:An exciting opportunity has arisen for Manufacturing Engineer (Purchasing) to join Rolls Royce Civil Nuclear UKThe successful candidate will govern the execution of Manufacturing Engineering activities in the External Supply Chain to assure the development maintenance and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and/or methods of manufacture which are capable of meeting and continuing to meet business and customer requirements for safety quality cost deliver rate and Leadtime (SQCD).Responsibilities:With this exciting opportunity you will get a chance to be involved with the following:Ensure that manufacturing processes are capable of achieving and sustaining the design definition and that processes are followed so that our products and those of our suppliers conform to their specification. Rigorously raise investigate and resolve safety related issues.Promote a culture of zero defects within the external supply chain. Work with the supplier to reduce risk and drive product Right First Time. Ensure compliance to all relevant company legislative and technical policies and standards including RRMS SABRe and Export Control and Intellectual Property requirements.Ensure application of manufacturing process controls within their area of accountability with authorisation subject to appropriate delegation e.g. FAIR PCA approvalWhere relevant review the Technical Package for acceptability .- In collaboration with external supply chain resolve technical issues/problems/arisings related to the production method in a structured way to requirements for safety quality cost deliver rate and Leadtime (SQCD)Ensure attendance of required MEs and manufacturing Process Owners at IPT meetings as required to support more detailed discussion.Responsible for self development to meet the required competencies for the role. Continuously seek to expand knowledge and experience to increase effectiveness in undertaking existing and new activities. Provides coaching and technical support to others within their area of competence.Who were looking for:At Rolls-Royce we put safety first do the right thing keep it simple and make a difference 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:Professionally Qualified Engineer (e.g. UK minimum HND/foundation degree or other national equivalent)Recognised national or international engineering accreditation (e.g. UK IEng or CEng) where availableGeneral understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to their businessGeneral awareness of Manufacturing Systems and enabling software tools relevant to the businessUnderstanding of Manufacturing Engineering processes relevant to their rolePlease 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: 8-9Closing date: 09/12/2025Job CategoryManufacturing EngineeringPosting Date26 Nov 2025; 00:11Posting End Date09 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