Producibility Manufacturing Engineer - Submarines

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Producibility Manufacturing Engineer at a leading firm in propulsion system design for the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarine fleet. This role offers the chance to influence design for manufacturability, improve existing product designs, and develop world-class processes. Join a company that values continuous learning and career growth, while working in a hybrid model that balances office and remote work. If you are self-motivated and eager to tackle diverse challenges in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Employee Support

Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or process engineering.
• Strong analytical skills with knowledge of Six Sigma/Lean.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design manufacturing methods using Product Quality Planning tools.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Six Sigma Techniques

Lean Techniques

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Equivalent Technical Discipline

Tools

Product Quality Planning Tools

Job description

Producibility Manufacturing Engineer - Submarines, Derby

Client: Rolls-Royce

Location: Derby

Job Category: Manufacturing

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 4b6719908285

Job Views: 8

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Description

Manufacturing Engineer – Producibility - Submarines

Full Time

Why Rolls-Royce?

An exciting opportunity for a Producibility Manufacturing Engineer has arisen within Rolls-Royce Submarines. We are a leader in propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarine fleet and the sole provider and technical authority in this field.

Join us to benefit from an inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in your development, offers continuous learning opportunities, and provides a platform for career growth.

We seek self-motivated Manufacturing Engineers who enjoy learning, have a positive attitude, and are eager to resolve diverse challenges. As part of the Engineering Producibility Team, you will influence design for manufacturability, improve existing product designs, and develop world-class processes meeting safety, quality, cost, and delivery standards.

We offer competitive salaries, excellent development opportunities, and benefits such as bonuses, employee support, and discounts. Our hybrid working model allows flexibility between office, home, and remote work, with an expectation of attending the workplace approximately three days a week.

What you will be doing:

• Contributing to the development of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Designing manufacturing methods and process steps using Product Quality Planning tools.
• Applying DFMEA/PFMEA knowledge to influence product definition and manufacturing.
• Creating and validating Production Technical Instructions to meet design intent and customer requirements for safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Managing First Offs, new part numbers, resequencing methods, and tooling introduction as the manufacturing technical authority.
• Representing manufacturing engineering within cross-functional teams for your designated parts.

Who we’re looking for:

• Experience with fabrications, valves, complex assemblies, machining, or critical classified components.
• A degree or equivalent in engineering or related technical discipline, with relevant manufacturing or process engineering experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of Six Sigma/Lean techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills, comfortable liaising at all levels.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful and supportive environment where everyone can reach their potential. Learn more about our inclusion strategy on our website.

Applicants must hold a UK nationality and be able to obtain a Security Check (SC) clearance without caveats. Rolls-Royce supports the clearance process for eligible candidates.