Manufacturing Engineer - Castbond

Rolls-Royce; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 94,160 - 153,010; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Rolls‑Royce is seeking a Castbond Manufacturing Engineer at the Advanced Turbine Center in Indianapolis to develop and implement manufacturing processes for Castbond components, including 5-axis high-speed milling, EDM, laser, pECM, diffusion bonding, and GOM inspection. You will manage projects, document processes, and ensure safety standards are met.

The role requires substantial manufacturing engineering experience and citizenship as a condition of eligibility, with a strong focus on process

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering with 4+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience, or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience, or higher.
• Masters or PhD in Engineering are acceptable qualifications.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for consideration.
• 6+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering may substitute for a degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manufacturing processes for Castbond components (5-axis high speed milling, EDM, laser, pECM, diffusion bonding, GOM inspection).
• Create full technical documentation for Castbond processes (MVA, Routing, Technical Instructions, NX Models/Drawings, NC programs).
• Collect process data and analyze using statistical software.
• Understand impacts of machining and bonding on material properties of single crystal castings.
• Provide project management for Castbond manufacturing engineering projects.

Education

Associates degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Masters’ degree in Engineering

Ph.D. in Engineering

6+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering in lieu of a degree

Tools

Teamcenter

Siemens NX

Vericut

PFMEA

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer - Castbond

Working Pattern: Onsite 9/80

Working location: Indianapolis, IN

An opportunity has arisen for a Castbond Manufacturing Engineer working at the Advanced Turbine Center in Indianapolis. As a Castbond Manufacturing Engineer you will provide engineering analysis used in designing, developing, and implementing new processes. Additionally, you will be responsible for the project management and meeting business milestones established for the Castbond technology.

Why Rolls‑Royce?

Rolls‑Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount. We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey. Rolls‑Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive. Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions.

At Rolls‑Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

What you will be doing:

• Develop and implement manufacturing processes for Castbond components. Castbond processes include 5-axis high speed milling, EDM, laser, pECM, diffusion bonding, and GOM inspection
• Create the full technical documentation package for Castbond manufacturing processes -- MVA, Routing, Technical Instructions, NX Models/Drawings, NC programs
• Collect process data and analyze using established statistical software
• Understand impacts of machining and bonding process to the material properties of single crystal castings
• Provide project management for Castbond manufacturing engineering projects
• Ensure processes are in full compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment standards
• Act as Technical Authority for processes within area of accountability. Act as MEA where applicable
• Plan, manage, and communicate project activities including schedules, resources, costs, and timelines
• Work with local experts and business experts to ensure technical aspects of manufacturing processes and digital systems are understood and accounted for as required. Capture and utilize lessons learned. Identify, document and share best practice, including by participation in relevant Communities of Practice
• Responsible for self development to meet the required competencies for the role. Continuously seek to expand knowledge and experience to increase effectiveness in undertaking existing and new activities. Provides coaching and technical support to others within their area of competence

Who we’re looking for:

At Rolls‑Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Basic Requirements:

• Associates degree in Engineering with 4+ years of experience working in Manufacturing Engineering, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of experience working in Manufacturing Engineering, OR
• Masters’ degree in Engineering, OR
• Ph.D. in Engineering, OR
• 6+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering in lieu of a degree
• To be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with multiple machining disciplines (e.g; turning, milling, drilling, grinding)
• Experience with Teamcenter, Siemens NX modelling, drafting and manufacturing, and Vericut
• Experience with Fixed Process Control, Method Verifications, FAIr, Aerospace Manufacturing Standards
• Experience with non-conformance management, root-cause analysis, mini-tab, and standardized problem-solving tools
• Experience with process control implementation through production system tools, such as, PFMEA, control plans, control limits, etc.

What we offer

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. A 9/80 compressed workweek means an employee works 80 hours over nine days in a two‑week period. Generally, this means working nine hours Monday ‑ Thursday, with alternating eight‑hour Fridays and “off” Fridays. Relocation assistance will be provided if applicable.

Closing date: July 31, 2026

Pay Range

$94,160 - $153,010 annually

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Benefits

Rolls‑Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.