Manufacturing Engineer - Improvement Lead - Submarines

ZipRecruiter; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Engineer - Improvement Lead in the Nuclear Submarines sector. This pivotal role focuses on leading strategic improvements and fostering a culture of zero defects. Join a forward-thinking company that values continuous learning and offers excellent development opportunities. You'll collaborate with subject matter experts to implement best practices in manufacturing processes, ensuring robust engineering solutions. If you're passionate about enhancing quality and driving technical improvements, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Employee support assistance

Discounts

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or equivalent with relevant technical experience.
• Strong desire to improve product and process quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead major improvement projects to drive SQCDP.
• Define and manage execution plans for Built-in-Quality tools.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Built in Quality tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Technical project leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Manufacturing systems

Job description

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer - Improvement Lead - Submarines

Location: Derby (On site)

An exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer - Improvement Lead role has arisen within the New Build & Components Business (NB&C), in Nuclear (Submarines).

Why Rolls-Royce?

We're a leader in propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navy's nuclear submarine fleet and the sole provider and technical authority.

Join us and we'll provide an environment where you can be yourself. An inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in you, gives you a platform for continuous learning, and access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career.

The aim of the role is to lead Manufacturing Engineering Strategic Improvements and application of Built in Quality across a wide range of Manufacturing Processes. The successful candidate will work with SMEs to foster a Continuous Improvement, Zero Defect culture.

The submarines business is ramping up to deliver 3 times current production volume. This is a pivotal role in ensuring NB&C are match fit to meet that challenge with robustly engineered products and processes.

What we offer:

Excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits including bonus, employee support assistance, and discounts.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead major improvement projects to drive SQCDP.
2. Apply Built in Quality Toolset across NB&C.
3. Define and manage the execution plan for applying Built-in-Quality tools (PFD, CM, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA).
4. Act as Local Subject Matter Expert for Built in Quality.
5. Define standard toolsets and approaches, reflecting industry best practices.
6. Provide coaching and support to the wider PCO ME team.
7. Drive technical improvements supporting our Nuclear culture.

Candidate Profile:

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) or with relevant technical experience, passion for engineering, and a vision for modern manufacturing.
• Strong desire to improve product and process quality.
• Self-motivated, energetic, with strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication skills to lead and influence at all levels.
• Deep understanding of Manufacturing Engineering processes and practices.
• Significant experience with Built in Quality tools.
• Proven track record in leading technical projects.
• Good IT skills and familiarity with manufacturing systems.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, believing that different perspectives drive success. Applicants must hold a UK Security Check (SC) clearance without caveats. Support for clearance application will be provided if needed. Due to security requirements, dual nationals require additional scrutiny.

Job Category: Manufacturing Engineering

Posting Date: 24 Apr 2025

Closing Date: 07 May 2025