Manufacturing Engineer - Producibility -Submarines

ZipRecruiter; Etwall CP; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in propulsion system design is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a full-time role in Derby. This position involves influencing new designs, executing manufacturing processes, and ensuring quality standards for the Royal Navy's submarine fleet. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and relevant manufacturing experience, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Employee support and discounts

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience with fabrications, valves, complex assemblies, machining, or critical components.
• Relevant manufacturing/process engineering experience.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma/Lean techniques.

Responsibilities

• Execute Manufacturing Product Introduction activities, designing methods of manufacture.
• Apply DFMEA/PFMEA knowledge to influence product definition.
• Create and validate Production Technical Instructions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

Rolls-Royce Submarines is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Producibility - Submarines for a full-time position in Derby. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design, manufacture, supply, and support of nuclear propulsion systems for the Royal Navy's submarine fleet.

Why Join Us?

Our submarines business is a leader in propulsion system design and development, serving as the sole provider and technical authority for the Royal Navy. We foster an inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in your growth, offers continuous learning opportunities, and supports career development.

About the Role

As part of the Engineering Producibility Team, you will influence new designs using NPI tools to ensure manufacturability, improve existing designs, and develop world-class processes that meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits, including bonus, employee support, and discounts.
• Hybrid working arrangements, balancing office and remote work.

Responsibilities

1. Execute Manufacturing Product Introduction activities, designing methods of manufacture and process steps.
2. Apply DFMEA/PFMEA knowledge to influence product definition and final form manufacture.
3. Create and validate Production Technical Instructions to meet design intent and customer requirements.
4. Act as the manufacturing technical authority, managing first-offs, new parts, resequencing, and tooling.
5. Represent manufacturing engineering within cross-functional teams for assigned parts.

Candidate Profile

We seek individuals who embrace agility, collaboration, and simplicity. Essential qualifications include:

• Experience with fabrications, valves, complex assemblies, machining, or critical components.
• A degree or equivalent in engineering or a related field, with relevant manufacturing/process engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with knowledge of Six Sigma/Lean techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills.

Additional Information

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, recognizing the value of varied perspectives. To work in this role, you must hold a UK nationality and obtain a Security Check (SC) clearance, which Rolls-Royce will support if needed. Dual nationality may require additional background checks.

Job category: Manufacturing Engineering

Posting date: 29 April 2025; End date: 30 May 2025

Location: Derby, ENG - DE23 8NX