Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly

Rolls-Royce; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Bristol is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for Assembly to support efficiency in existing processes while driving improvements for future technologies. The role requires a professional engineering qualification and knowledge of manufacturing processes. An inclusive environment awaits, offering competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working arrangements. Join a team focused on innovative solutions for the aerospace industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Professionally Qualified Engineer (HND or equivalent).
• Recognized engineering accreditation (IEng or CEng).
• General understanding of relevant manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with HS&E standards.
• Drive a culture of zero defects.
• Work with teams to meet project timescales.
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes.

Skills

Understanding of Manufacturing Processes

Knowledge of HS&E Standards

Data Analysis Skills

Experience in Cross-Functional Environments

Education

HND or Foundation Degree

Engineering Accreditation (IEng or CEng)

Tools

Manufacturing Software Tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly

Working Pattern: 5 days per week, potential requirement to work shifts to support business needs

Working location: Bristol, mostly on‑site

The Aerospace Business within Rolls‑Royce Bristol is going through an exciting period of growth and change and as a result, there is an exciting opportunity to become a part of the Manufacturing Engineering community.

Manufacturing Engineers in Rolls‑Royce Aerospace Bristol support our customers by keeping our hardworking engine fleet flying. They work within Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul to drive efficiency and develop repairs within the factory to maximise engine life, reduce costs and expedite engines through the shop. Manufacturing Engineers also design new processes for our next generation of jet engine, utilising new technologies and rigorous testing to meet the unprecedented demands of future combat air systems.

The team achieve these goals within our dynamic assembly facility, working closely with physical product and collaborating with an agile, cross‑functional team.

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 work on world‑class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high‑performance culture.

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.

We’ll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

Manufacturing Engineers within Rolls‑Royce continuously seek to expand their knowledge and experience to increase effectiveness in undertaking existing and new activities.

As a Manufacturing Engineer you will provide technical support to operations and execute Manufacturing Engineering activities to develop, maintain and continuously improve manufacturing processes and/or methods of manufacture. Such methods will be capable of meeting business customer requirements for safety, quality, cost, delivery rate and lead time.

What we offer

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. This role is factory based - to be able to successfully support product delivery it is expected that the majority of working time is on site.

What you will be doing

• Safety – Ensure that manufacturing processes are in full compliance to HS&E standards and are capable of delivering a product that achieves and sustains the design intent. Rigorously raise, investigate and resolve HS&E and Product Safety related issues.
• Quality – Drive a culture of zero defects within the organisation. 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.
• Delivery – Delivery focused mindset. Work with cross‑functional teams to ensure the manufacturing processes and digital systems are effective and support the operational requirements of the facility. Ensure issues and risks are resolved to meet project timescales.
• Capability – Develop, implement, validate, maintain and continuously improve manufacturing processes and digital systems. Capture, analyse and use data to demonstrate and improve the current and future capability of manufacturing processes. Identify, document and share best practice, including participation in relevant Communities of Practice.

Who 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 behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Key experiences and qualifications for this role are:

• Professionally Qualified Engineer (e.g. UK minimum HND/foundation degree or other national equivalent)
• Recognised national or international engineering accreditation (e.g. UK IEng or CEng) where available
• General understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to their business
• General awareness of Manufacturing Systems and enabling software tools relevant to the business
• Understanding of Manufacturing Engineering processes relevant to their role

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi‑year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls‑Royce into a high‑performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

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 enrol 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.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category Manufacturing Engineering

Posting Date 05 Dec 2025; 00:12

Posting End Date 11 Dec 2025