Manufacturing Engineering - HPDM Process Owner

Rolls-Royce plc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 99,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Relocation assistance

Annual performance bonus

401(k) retirement savings plan

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to own CNC Mill/Turn processes and drive process improvements on state-of-the-art equipment for critical aerospace components. You will work on safety, quality, and efficiency initiatives on the shop floor.

The role requires a background in engineering with hands-on CNC experience, GD&T proficiency, and the ability to collaborate with multiple teams to deliver high-value manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• AAS or higher in an engineering discipline with related experience, or 6+ years of relevant work in lieu of degree.
• Experience with CNC Mill/Turn and Ni-based superalloys is preferred.
• Strong GD&T and dimensional inspection knowledge.
• US Citizenship or green card holder required.

Responsibilities

• Own CNC Mill/Turn processes and ensure adherence to design intent and safety standards.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing methods, digital systems, and processes.
• Lead process improvements to reduce cost, improve quality, and shorten lead times.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical mentoring.

Skills

CNC programming

5-axis machining

Ni-based alloys

GD&T

Siemens 840D

Education

AAS Engineering

Bachelor's Eng

Master's Eng

JD/PhD Eng

Tools

NX

Vericut

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer – Mill/Turn CNC Process Owner

Working Pattern: Onsite 9/80

Working location: Indianapolis, IN Relocation is available for this position if appropriate

Why 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 create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first. You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.

Position Summary: A new and exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Manufacturing Engineer owning CNC Mill/Turn processes. As the Manufacturing Engineer you will ensure effective control over the method of manufacture for critical rotating aerospace components. The position will work with state-of-the-art CNC equipment which is considered world class in the aerospace manufacturing sector. In this role you will have the opportunity to work in tandem with our manufacturing team directly on the shop floor devising, implementing and testing new strategies to help optimize productivity. You will have a strong understanding of compliance and adhering to safety and quality standards and reporting to senior management about any findings or proposals.

What you will be doing:

• Safety - Ensure that manufacturing processes are in full compliance to Health, Safety & Environmental Standards and meet the expectations of the Zero Harm Program. Ensure that manufacturing processes are capable of achieving and sustaining the design intent, and that processes are followed so that our products and those of our suppliers conform to their specification. Rigorously raise, investigate and resolve safety related issues.
• Quality - Drive a culture of zero defects within the organization. Works with all functions to reduce risk and drive product Right First Time. Ensure compliance to all relevant company, legislative and technical policies and standards including RRMS, Export Control and Intellectual Property requirements.
• Delivery – Identify and develop opportunities for new or improved manufacturing processes, digital systems, and technologies to meet current or future requirements. Develop, implement, validate, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing processes, digital systems and/or methods of manufacture which are capable of meeting and continue to meet requirements for safety, quality, cost, delivery rate and lead time. Capture, analyze and use data to demonstrate and improve the current and future capability of manufacturing processes.
• Cost - Working with the Manufacturing Engineering Commodity Leaders and Manufacturing Process Owners, drive manufacturing processes towards identified consistent best practice. Transform these manufacturing best practices to ensure the method of manufacture produces the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost to the business.
• People - Work with interfacing teams and local experts to ensure technical aspects of manufacturing processes and digital systems are understood and accounted for as required. Capture and utilize lessons learnt. 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.

Basic Requirements:

• AAS degree in an engineering Discipline with 4+ years of experience OR Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Discipline with 2+ years’ experience OR Master's in an Engineering Discipline OR JD/PhD in an Engineering Discipline
• In Lieu of a degree, 6+ years of relevant experience
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder

Preferred:

• CNC programming experience with a concentration on Mill/Turn Machining and/or 5-axis machining for Ni-based Superalloys
• Digital Manufacturing – 3D Modelling (NX), CAM (NX), Digital Twin (Vericut), Machine Optimization (3rd Wave). Systems provided are primary, but other systems are considered for read across.
• Complex geometry component experience dealing with multiple stack dimensions across a wide value stream.
• High level of aptitude with GD&T.
• Siemens 840D Control experience and associated macro-based programming CNC in-process measurement using Renishaw or Blum cycles

Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.

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

Infinite Potential

Closing date: October 15, 2026

Job Category Manufacturing Engineering

Job Posting Date 01 Oct 2026; 00:10

Pay Range: $98,566 - $160,169-Annually

Location: Indianapolis, IN (Relocation available)

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.

Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.