Materials Engineer

Rolls-Royce plc; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Indianapolis seeks a Materials Engineer to manage material development programs and apply expertise in chemistry and corrosion. The role requires a Bachelor's in Materials or Chemistry, or a higher degree, with responsibilities ranging from managing test programs to analyzing material properties. Rolls-Royce emphasizes a culture of collaboration and values innovation, offering excellent development opportunities and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Employee discounts

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in materials or chemistry required or advanced degree.
• Must be a US Citizen eligible for DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver complex materials development programs.
• Scope, develop and manage test programs for various material properties.
• Analyze data from material property testing.

Skills

Knowledge of polymer matrix composites

Analytical techniques

Creative problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Materials or Chemistry

Master's or PhD in Materials or Chemistry

Job description

Working location: Indianapolis, IN/Hybrid - 3 Office Days/Week

As a Materials Engineer you would 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 chemistry and/or corrosion disciplines deployed in the support of the full product life-cycle.

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

• Manage and deliver complex materials development programs through the gated review processes.
• Effectively engage with engineers from all disciplines to understand material development requirements
• Scope, develop and manage test programs to demonstrate and validate a wide variety of material properties
• Manage materials development programs to meet cost, quality and delivery commitments
• Analyze and interpret data from material property testing
• A key contributor to development and validation of materials and components for LibertyWorks R&T programs.

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 Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Materials or Chemistry with two years of experience; OR
• Master's or PhD in Materials or Chemistry
• Must be a US Citizen and be eligible to obtain DoD clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of polymer matrix composites, ceramic matrix composites and ceramic coatings
• Knowledge of sol-gel based processes
• Experience with developing or using process models for chemical processes
• Ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking to a range of technical problems
• Practical knowledge and use of advanced analytical techniques
• Understanding and use of manufacturing techniques for polymer matrix composites, ceramic matrix composites and ceramic coatings would also be beneficial.

What we offer

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Global Grade/Level: GG10

Closing date: June 27, 2025

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Job Category

Job Posting Date

Pay Range

Job Description

Job Title: Materials Engineer

Working Pattern: Full Time

Working location: Indianapolis, IN/Hybrid - 3 Office Days/Week

As a Materials Engineer you would 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 chemistry and/or corrosion disciplines deployed in the support of the full product life-cycle.

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

• Manage and deliver complex materials development programs through the gated review processes.
• Effectively engage with engineers from all disciplines to understand material development requirements
• Scope, develop and manage test programs to demonstrate and validate a wide variety of material properties
• Manage materials development programs to meet cost, quality and delivery commitments
• Analyze and interpret data from material property testing
• A key contributor to development and validation of materials and components for LibertyWorks R&T programs.

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 Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Materials or Chemistry with two years of experience; OR
• Master's or PhD in Materials or Chemistry
• Must be a US Citizen and be eligible to obtain DoD clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of polymer matrix composites, ceramic matrix composites and ceramic coatings
• Knowledge of sol-gel based processes
• Experience with developing or using process models for chemical processes
• Ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking to a range of technical problems
• Practical knowledge and use of advanced analytical techniques
• Understanding and use of manufacturing techniques for polymer matrix composites, ceramic matrix composites and ceramic coatings would also be beneficial.

What we offer

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Global Grade/Level: GG10

Closing date: June 27, 2025

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Job Category

Engineering Materials

Job Posting Date

09 Jun 2025; 00:06

Pay Range

$88,334 - $132,502-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.

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