Manufacturing Engineer - Composites Moulding

Rolls-Royce; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their Composite Technology Facility in Bristol. This exciting role involves developing advanced composite moulding processes, including resin transfer moulding, to support innovative fan systems for aerospace applications. You will collaborate closely with various teams, ensuring that manufacturing techniques meet high standards for safety, quality, and efficiency. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology and be part of a diverse and inclusive workforce dedicated to innovation and excellence. If you have a passion for engineering and a drive for continuous improvement, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or relevant discipline with Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Experience in RTM and aerospace management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver composite moulding processes for fan systems.
• Ensure moulding techniques meet safety, quality, and cost requirements.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM)

Statistical Process Control

Aerospace Management Systems

Education

Engineering Degree

HND or HNC in relevant discipline

Tools

Technical Package Documentation

Process Control Tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer – Composite Moulding

Working Pattern: Full time

Working location: Bristol

Rolls-Royce are currently developing manufacturing methods, processes and materials for their composite fan systems. We are currently going through an exciting phase of growth as we deliver composite components and manufacturing programmes across a range of products for Civil Aerospace and Defence divisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to work within the Composite Technology Facility (CTF) as part of our Engineering, Technology and Safety business. This work will predominantly involve the development of the resin transfer moulding (RTM) process but will also include autoclave and out-of-autoclave processing of pre-impregnated fibre preforms. The role will be based in CTF Bristol on the Filton site and involve visits to our offsite facility, working closely with other parts of the business including Rolls-Royce Derby, external suppliers and the National Composites Centre (NCC).

What you will be doing

• Develop and Deliver composite moulding processes including RTM, autoclave and out-of-autoclave for the latest fan system providing a capable method to the Operation Team in the facility.
• Ensure the moulding process techniques meet our customer’s requirements for Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and Lead time.
• Develop the Technical Package (Equipment Specification, TI’s, PFMEAs, Tooling, Equipment and HSE documentation) to define the manufacturing process and control it effectively.
• Identify opportunities for new or improved process using statistical process control (Ppk and Cpk) to meet current or future requirements whilst sharing best practice across the community.
• Drive the composite process to Zero Defects through cost and quality waterfalls, owning the technology plan and strategy as we head towards industrialising the fan system.

Who we’re looking for:

• Engineering or relevant discipline degree, HND or HNC with Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Previous work experience in RTM, autoclave and out-of-autoclave processes. Experience in handling and processing of dry fibres prior to moulding.
• Understanding of technology readiness levels (TRL) (or similar processes such as MCRL) and driving processes to maturity.
• Understanding of the manufacturing engineering toolset to improve processes in our route to zero defects.
• Experience working to aerospace management systems and following process controls.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives which are crucial to innovation and problem solving. We believe the more diverse perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of caring and belonging, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.

To work for the Rolls-Royce Submarines business an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.

Job Category: Manufacturing Engineering Posting Date: 14 Apr 2025; 00:04 Posting End Date: 13 Apr 2025