Sr. Manufacturing Engineer at Rolls-Royce in Aiken, South Carolina

Job Description:

Job Description




Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer


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Position Summary:



As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at the Rolls-Royce Power Systems Aiken plant, you will be a critical leader in optimizing and executing cost-effective manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for production flow, assembly methods, and equipment selection, ensuring that all processes meet product specifications and quality standards. This role involves leading continuous improvement initiatives, mentoring team members, and ensuring a strong compliance and safety culture.



Key Accountabilities:

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  Process Development and Optimization: Lead the development and execution of manufacturing processes, including production flow, assembly methods, and equipment selection, to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness while meeting product specifications and quality standards.


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  Policy and Procedure Improvement: Lead and support organizational groups to develop, improve, and implement policies, procedures, and controls. Provide accurate feedback and facilitate continuous improvement through effective team collaboration.


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  Tooling and Equipment: Design, source, test, and cost-justify various tools, machinery, and equipment. Ensure that the selected manufacturing methods align with production goals and enhance efficiency.


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  Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze production data and write reports to validate processes or identify deviations from standards. Use insights from data to drive process improvements.


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  Work Instructions and Procedures: Develop and implement detailed work instructions, processes, and procedures for the production floor and department, ensuring clarity and accessibility.


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  Technical Support: Provide technical assistance and support for complex manufacturing operations, serving as a key resource for troubleshooting and problem-solving.


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  Safety and Compliance: Review and improve processes and procedures to preserve and enhance employee safety. Promote a compliance culture and uphold the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct.


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  Facility Layout and Planning: Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of buildings, assembly areas, and equipment to optimize production efficiency and ensure safety.


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  Training and Mentorship: Train production staff on processes and procedures. Mentor and develop team members in manufacturing engineering and project management, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.


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  Special Projects: Performs special projects as required.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering with 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering; or 9 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience.


• In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of manufacturing process design.


• Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead and execute complex projects.


• Excellent organization, planning, and follow-up skills to ensure project success.


• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively convey information across all levels.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, particularly when addressing complex issues.


• A continuous improvement mindset, open to new approaches, and comfortable with agile working in the digital age.


• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.


• Strong negotiation skills for managing vendor relationships and cross-departmental collaboration.


• Proficiency with PC and MS Office Suite.


• Practical experience with manufacturing simulation and CAD software.


• Experience with SAP.


• Proficiency with MS Project.

Work Conditions:



Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Daily work is performed in a general manufacturing, office, and test cell environment.


This position has a compressed work schedule (Monday through Thursday).


While performing tasks for this position, the employee is regularly requested to perform work on a computer inside and occasionally outside of the work environment. Also, the employee will occasionally be required to work in environmental conditions where there are fumes and dust. Finally, the employee will be frequently requested to perform tasks in environmental conditions where there are unpleasant odors and gases. Please note, the conditions can be hazardous.


While performing physical demands of the position, occasionally the employee will be occasionally requested to stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and squat. Also, the employee will be regularly requested to sit within a particular work environment. Next, the employee will frequently be requested to walk inside and outside the work environment. Finally, an employee will be regularly requested to grasp and manipulate items in a maneuverable manner to perform daily tasks.


There are no special vision requirements for this position.



Equipment:



Computer, Copier, Phone


Rolls-Royce is a Military Friendly Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. You can learn more here.


We are an equal opportunities employer. We're 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 we'll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realize their full potential. You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy here.






Job Posting Date



24 Mar 2025; 00:03






Pay Range



$90,985 - $136,477-Annually



Location:



Graniteville, SC



Benefits



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 enroll 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.



The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.




We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

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