Sr. Product Design Engineer

Job Description Job Title: Sr. Product Design Engineer Working Pattern: Full Time Working location: Mankato. MN Relocation assistance will be provided if applicable. Why Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first. You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence. Position Summary Join our team as a Senior Product Design Engineer and play a critical role in the design, development, validation, and production release of advanced generator set systems, subsystems, and components. This position offers the opportunity to provide technical leadership across the entire product development lifecycle, from concept development through production launch and field support, while working with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders. Your expertise will directly contribute to delivering reliable, high-performance, and cost-effective power generation solutions that meet customer needs, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. What you will be doing Lead the design, development, integration, validation, and production release of generator set systems, subsystems, and components throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development through launch and field support. Develop and implement engineering solutions that achieve performance, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, cost, and regulatory objectives through the application of sound mechanical engineering principles, advanced GD&T practices, tolerance analysis, and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA). Own product definition and technical governance by creating and maintaining CAD models, production drawings, bills of materials, engineering specifications, and configuration-controlled documentation, while leading design reviews, risk assessments, and engineering evaluations. Lead product verification and continuous improvement activities by developing validation strategies, analyzing test and field performance data, conducting root cause investigations, and implementing corrective actions to improve quality, reliability, durability, and overall product performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure successful product execution, production readiness, and lifecycle support while providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and driving initiatives focused on cost reduction, standardization, value engineering, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Basic Requirements: Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline with 4+ years of product design and development experience in power generation, heavy equipment, automotive, or industrial applications. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline with 2+ years of product design and development experience in power generation, heavy equipment, automotive, or industrial applications. Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline. Jd/PhD in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline. In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent. Resident 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. Preferred Requirements: Experience with FEA, CFD, vibration analysis, and durability testing. Experience supporting global product development and supplier qualification activities. Knowledge of applicable power generation regulations and certifications (UL, NFPA, IEC, EPA, CARB, CE, etc.). Project leadership or technical lead experience on new product development programs. Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and product documentation. Strong knowledge of mechanical system design, thermal management, vibration control, structural analysis, manufacturing, and assembly processes. Experience leading product validation activities, including prototype development, testing, field evaluation, and continuous product improvement. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects, manage engineering changes and configuration control, collaborate with suppliers, and drive technical decision-making Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that 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 technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong. Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive. Infinite Potential Closing date: October 30, 2026 Job Posting Date 14 Oct 2026; 00:10 Pay Range Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range. $98,566 - $160,169-Annually Location: Mankato, MN 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr