Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Category: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Level: Global Grade 9

Working Pattern: Full-Time

Working

Location:

Aiken, S.C.

Job Posting Date: 11 May 2026; 00:05

Pay Range: $73,120 - $118,820 annually

• Provide daily technical support to manufacturing operations, including maintenance and functional groups.
• Analyze product designs to determine the most efficient manufacturing methods.
• Specify tools, equipment, and processes for part/assembly production or evaluate existing processes.
• Direct the design and construction of tools and equipment or recommend process improvements.
• Develop new tools, equipment, and processes for manufacturing.
• Interface with equipment vendors and contractors to implement new systems and manage existing ones.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams to improve processes and products.
• Write and implement work instructions, processes, and procedures for production and department use.
• Analyze product variations and implement process capability improvements.
• Develop and implement manufacturing control strategies and productivity improvements.
• Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct.
• Perform special projects as required.

At Rolls‑Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering and 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience; or 7 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

• Strong analytical ability where problems are complex.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of design of manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of materials and methods of manufacture.
• Good ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong organization, planning and follow‑up skills.
• Good project management skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Ability to work overtime as required to support production or project work.
• Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite.
• Proficient with CAD and modelling software.
• Knowledge of Rolls Royce Solutions products, policies, and procedures.
• Experience with SAP.
• 3D CAD experience with PTC Creo Parametric.

Rolls‑Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enrol in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match;
Employee Assistance Program;
Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long‑term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.

Rolls‑Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.