Materials Engineer - Non metallics

Rolls-Royce; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Career development

Independent work

Team collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Solihull is seeking a Materials Engineer for non-metallics to develop and validate materials, processes, models and analysis methods for design, test, manufacture and service. The role requires UK security clearance and is onsite in Solihull within Defence.

The position emphasizes applying materials knowledge to elastomers and adhesives, with leadership in technical work packages and ongoing improvement across the function.

Qualifications

• Proven technical capability in engineering disciplines.
• Ability to apply logical, analytical thinking to problems.
• Knowledge of product integrity and certification frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide knowledge and guidance in non-metallics such as elastomers and adhesives.
• Deliver defined technical packages of work within milestones, cost, time, and quality.
• Act as advisor/coach and share expertise across Materials Engineering.
• Align work with Rolls-Royce objectives and professional engineering standards.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement within the team and beyond.

Skills

Technical experience

Engineering judgement

Liability & certification knowledge

Professional body membership

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Materials Engineer - Non metallics

Solihull

Onsite

Staff 7 - 10

Why join 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.

To provide knowledge and expertise and execute tasks on the development of materials, processes, models and analysis methods, the application of materials to the design, test, manufacture, and service operation of systems, the approval, validation and control of raw materials and / or component manufacturing processes, and the execution of failure or defect investigations. To provide knowledge, expertise, and guidance in non-metallics such as elastomers & adhesives deployed into applications in support of the full product life cycle.

What you will be doing:

• To resolve problems through evaluative judgements. Analyses factual information from multiple sources, interprets results and identifies effective solutions by applying their own technical knowledge, expertise and engineering judgement.
• Is responsible for defined technical packages of work providing leadership and delivery against programme milestones within agreed costs, timescales and quality requirements.
• To be a point of contact within Materials Engineering and to share subject matter knowledge across the function. This may include providing advisory services to designated customers, influencing their peer group, representing senior departmental staff and acting as advisor / coach on matters where they are technically authoritative.
• To understand company business objectives and ensure that the work they do supports this; To act in accordance with both the company values and those associated with being a professional engineer.
• To actively promote, encourage and support the identification and implementation of continuous improvement both within and outside their immediate sphere and prompt action across the wider team.

Position qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, Master's or PhD in Engineering or equivalent technical capability based on practical knowledge and experience.
• Technical experience relevant to the Engineering discipline.
• An ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking to a range of technical problems.- Knowledge and experience of product integrity / liability and certification frameworks.
• Membership in a relevant professional body appropriate to the region. In the UK - attained / working towards Chartered status is preferred.
• Experience & practical understanding of manufacturing techniques and relationship to materials properties in elastomers, adhesives and one or more of the following topics in any of the following areas is desirable and considered beneficial to the role: organic coatings, electro-plating, industrial chemistry and analytical techniques

Regional Benefits:

• Work in a safety-first environment were doing the right thing and keeping it simple are core principles.
• Join a culture that values making a real difference through your work.
• Develop your career as a mid-career professional blending technical expertise with strong personal qualities.
• Thrive in a role that encourages integrity, accountability, resilience, and curiosity.
• Collaborate and build relationships in a team-focused environment while also working independently.
• Take initiative, lead, and make smart decisions with confidence and support.
• Grow through continuous learning, openness to improvement, and exposure to challenging opportunities.

To work for the Rolls-Royce Defence 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 and Government body approved cases, a dual national.

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.

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

Engineering Materials

Posting Date

08 Oct 2026; 00:10

Posting End Date

21 Oct 2026