Overhaul Methods Engineer

Rolls-Royce; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Retirement Savings

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Employee Shares (Matched)

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Derby is seeking an Overhaul Methods Engineer to join Engineering Delivery – ET&S. The role focuses on developing and verifying Overhaul Methods and Maintenance Instructions for Engine Assembly/Disassembly, supporting domestic and external MRO networks in a hybrid Derby-based setup.

You will drive improvements using APQP tools, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and develop competencies toward signatory authority while delivering high-quality engineering results.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong engine knowledge and ability to read engineering drawings.
• Results-driven with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team.
• HNC or above in Engineering (Mechanical or Aeronautical) and experience with APQP tools.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a team of experienced engineers driving Engine Team goals (Quality, Cost, Delivery).
• Drive for Zero Defects using APQP tools and analysis methods.
• Plan and manage activities, communicating status to stakeholders.
• Support MRO Network with Overhaul Methods implementations and responses to queries (FAIR, VARs).
• Develop competency to attain signatory authority (Methods Engineering Approvals, MVA).
• Expand knowledge to increase effectiveness across activities.
• Provide coaching and technical support within the area.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Reading drawings

Zero Defects / APQP

Education

HNC or above in Engineering (Mechanical or Aeronautical)

Tools

PFMEA

MSA

8D Problem Solving

FAIR

Method Verification (MVA)

Design for Assembly

Service and MRO

Job description

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.

Job Description

Overhaul Methods Engineer

Full Time

Derby/Hybrid

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.

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team in Engineering Delivery – ET&S, which is critically important to the success of our business in delivering increased product throughput within our MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) network over the coming years.

As a Methods Engineer, you will join one of our Overhaul Methods Engineering teams and be instrumental in the development and verification of Overhaul Methods and Maintenance Instructions including Engine Assembly / Disassembly Methods, publication of all associated instructions and associated support to our domestic and external MRO Network.

What You Will Be Doing

• Be part of a team of experienced engineers, driving towards the Engine Team goals focusing on Quality, Cost, Delivery, and development of capability.
• Drive for Zero Defects using Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools as appropriate e.g., Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Process Flow Diagrams, Feasibility Assessments, Measurement Systems Analysis and Manufacturing Acceptance. Work with all functions to reduce risk and drive Right First Time.
• Plan and manage activities, communicating status to relevant stakeholders.
• Supporting the MRO Network with implementation of Overhaul Methods providing technical responses to queries (e.g. Technical Variance, Overhaul Information Notice), and supporting Overhaul Method Verification using First Article Inspection Review and Approval (FAIR).
• Develop your professional competency to enable attainment of signatory authority e.g., Methods Engineering Approvals (inc. Competent Author and Technical Approver), Manufacturing Engineering Authority, Compliance Verification Engineer.
• Continuously seek to expand knowledge and experience to increase effectiveness in undertaking existing and new activities.
• Provide coaching and technical support to others within their area of competence.

Position Qualifications

• With an eye for detail, you will have good technical engine knowledge and a significant appreciation of the importance of design change and compliance to type design data. Able to interpret, read and work from engineering drawings.
• Results driven and able to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
• HNC or above in Engineering (Mechanical or Aeronautical)
• Experience of applying the Manufacturing Engineering Skills & Knowledge and the Zero Defects / APQP toolset including PFMEA, MSA, 8D Problem solving, FAIR, Method Verification (MVA), Design for Assembly, Service and MRO.

Regional Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave
• Retirement Savings
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce
• Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!

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.

Closing date: 16th September 2026

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 for Services

Posting Date

02 Sept 2026; 00:09

Posting End Date

09 Sept 2026