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Manufacturing Engineer - Improvement Lead - Submarines
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Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer - Improvement Lead - Submarines
Location: Derby
An exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer - Improvement Lead role has arisen within the New Build & Components Business (NB&C), in Nuclear (Submarines).
Why Rolls-Royce?
We're a leader in propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navy's nuclear submarine fleet and the sole provider and technical authority.
Join us and we'll provide an environment where you can be yourself. An inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in you, gives you a platform for continuous learning, and access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career.
The aim of the role is to lead Manufacturing Engineering Strategic Improvements and application of Built-in Quality across a wide range of Manufacturing Processes. The successful candidate will work with SMEs to foster a Continuous Improvement, Zero Defect culture. As the submarines business ramps up to deliver three times the current production volume, this role is pivotal in ensuring NB&C is robustly engineered to meet that challenge.
What we offer:
We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits including bonus, employee support assistance, and discounts.
What you will be doing:
* Lead major improvement projects to drive SQCDP.
* Apply Built-in Quality Toolset across NB&C.
* Define and manage execution plans for application of Built-in-Quality tools (PFD, CM, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA) to existing products.
* Act as Subject Matter Expert for Built-in Quality.
* Define standard toolsets and approaches, reflecting industry best practices.
* Provide coaching and support to the wider PCO ME team.
* Drive technical improvements supporting our Nuclear culture.
Who we are looking for:
At Rolls-Royce, we embrace agility, are bold, pursue collaboration, and seek simplicity. These principles are core to our values and behaviors, which are fundamental to our assessment process and are qualities we seek for all roles.
To succeed, you should meet the following criteria:
* Degree qualified (or equivalent) or have relevant technical experience, with a passion for engineering and modern manufacturing.
* Strong desire to improve product and process quality.
* Self-motivated, energetic, with strong cross-functional and boundary-crossing behaviors.
* Excellent communication skills, capable of leading and influencing at all levels.
* Strong understanding of Manufacturing Engineering Processes and Practices.
* Significant experience with the application of Built-in Quality tools.
* Experience leading teams on technical projects.
* Good IT skills and awareness of manufacturing systems.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, believing different perspectives make us stronger. We support your development and ensure a respectful and inclusive environment.
To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines, you must hold a UK Security Check (SC) clearance without caveats. Rolls-Royce will support your application if needed. Due to the nature of the work, you must be a UK national. Dual nationals may require additional checks.
Additional Information
Job Category: Manufacturing Engineering
Posting Date: 24 Apr 2025
Posting End Date: 07 May 2025
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