Manufacturing Engineer

Job DescriptionJob Title: Manufacturing Engineer-MetallurgyWorking Pattern: Full-timeWorking location: Indianapolis, IN (9/80 work schedule)Rolls-Royce is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical support to operations and execute Manufacturing Engineering- Metallurgy activities to develop, maintain and continuously improve 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 lead time (SQCD) within single crystal castings.Why Rolls-Royce?Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions.At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.What you will be doingWith this attractive opportunity you will get a chance to:HSE - Ensure that manufacturing processes are in full compliance to Health, Safety & Environmental Standards and meet the expectations of the Zero Harm program.Product Safety - Ensure that manufacturing processes are capable of achieving and sustaining the design intent, 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.Quality - Drive a culture of zero defects within the organization. Works with all functions 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.Metallurgy – support and improve manufacturing processes pertaining to single crystal casting grain structure. Own the process of detecting grain defects and complete root cause and corrective action to eliminate them. Develop Capability - Develop, implement, validate, maintain and continuously improve manufacturing processes, digital systems and/or methods of manufacture which are capable of meeting and continue to meet requirements for safety, quality, cost, delivery rate and lead time. Capture, analyze and use data to demonstrate and improve the current and future capability of manufacturing processes.New Part Introduction from wax tooling through casting development.Utilizing PFMEAs, control plans, MSA activities in the manufacturing and/or assembly areas using HPC and Production systems concepts and as needed with yield enhancement and to incorporate Lean Manufacturing best practices and working in a culture focused on improvements.Developing manufacturing and/or assembly processes that are applicable to statistical process control and developing those techniques, as neededMonitoring performance of machinery, equipment and tools to verify their efficiencyInitiating corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product qualityProviding guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing and /or assembly techniquesWho we’re looking for:At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviors that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.Basic Requirements:Associates Degree in STEM or Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical or Materials Engineer and 4+ years in a manufacturing environment or;Bachelor`s Degree in STEM or Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical or Materials Engineering with 2+ years experience in a manufacturing environment OR;Master’s Degree in STEM or Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical or Materials Engineering OR;PhD in STEM or Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical or Materials Engineering.In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be a US CitizenPreferred Requirements:General awareness of Manufacturing Systems and enabling software tools relevant to the businessUnderstanding of Manufacturing Engineering processes relevant to their roleExperience in aerospace investment casting and/or single crystal experienceExperience working with investment casting manufacturing processes, materials, tolerances, equipment, or measurement system analysisKnowledge of investment casting processes including tool and die, wax and ceramic injection, rapid prototyping and familiarity with general casting finishing, GD&T, NDE inspection and dimensional processes.What we offerWe offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.Relocation assistance is available for this position.Posting to close: 09/30/2026Job CategoryManufacturing EngineeringJob Posting Date10 Sep 2026; 00:09Pay RangePay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.$90,985 - $147,850-AnnuallyLocation:Indianapolis, INBenefitsRolls-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, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.SummaryLocation: IndianapolisType: Full time