Quality Engineer - NPI

Rolls Royce; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 73,120 - 118,820; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus plan

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Mankato, MN is seeking a Quality Engineer - NPI to embed quality into the design and development of new genset products. You will drive reliability, support innovation, and ensure compliance with industry standards to protect customer satisfaction and brand reputation.

You will lead NPI quality planning, DFSS/FMEA, prototype testing, launch readiness, and post-launch monitoring while promoting a culture of compliance and continuous improvement across manufacturing and engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, electrical or manufacturing engineering is required.
• 3+ years quality engineering experience with large industrial equipment (or 7 years if applicable).
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• NPI Quality Planning: Develop and implement quality plans for new product introductions.
• Design for Quality: Incorporate quality into product designs using DFSS and FMEA and oversee PFMEA.
• Prototype Testing and Validation: Oversee testing and validation to ensure they meet quality and performance specs.
• Launch Readiness Assessment: Ensure quality criteria are met before product launch and escalate quality concerns as needed.
• Post-Launch Quality Monitoring: Monitor product quality post-launch and implement corrective actions.
• Promote a compliance culture and live Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct.
• Perform special projects as required.

Skills

Quality engineering

Process improvement

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing engineering

3+ years quality engineering experience with large industrial equipment

Tools

DFSS

FMEA

PFMEA

Job description

Job Description

Title: Quality Engineer - NPI

Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you'll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.

Position Summary:

The Quality Engineer - New Product Introduction will ensure the highest standards of quality are integrated into the design and development of new genset products at Rolls‑Royce, Mankato. This role is pivotal in enhancing product reliability, supporting innovation, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations to maintain customer satisfaction and brand reputation.

Key Accountabilities:

• NPI Quality Planning: Develop and implement quality plans specifically tailored for new product introductions, ensuring that quality is embedded from the initial design phase through to production.
• Design for Quality: Collaborate with design and engineering teams to incorporate quality considerations into product designs, using tools such as Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). Oversee & facilitate the PFMEA process.
• Prototype Testing and Validation: Oversee the testing and validation of prototypes to ensure they statistically & confidently meet quality standards and performance specifications before full‑scale production.
• Launch Readiness Assessment: Conduct quality assessments to ensure that all quality criteria are met before product launch, minimizing the risk of defects and ensuring a smooth market entry. Timely escalation of quality concerns to Sr. management.
• Post‑Launch Quality Monitoring: Monitor product quality post‑launch to identify any emerging issues and implement corrective actions to maintain product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls‑Royce Code of Conduct.
• Perform special projects as required

Basic Requirements:

• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
• Bachelors' degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing engineering plus 3 years quality engineering experience with large industrial equipment or 7 years quality engineering with large industrial equipment.
• Ability to work flexible hours or shifts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the production of large industrial equipment.
• Strong knowledge of quality control, raw materials, manufacturing processes, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of large industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70, NEC, UL 2200 and CSA.
• Familiar with plant operations and equipment
• Knowledge of MTU components and products
• Knowledge of genset performance requirements
• Knowledge of gauge and test equipment

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

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, and employment type.

Location:

Mankato, MN

Job Posting Date:

15 Jul 2026; 00:07

Pay Range:

$73,120 - $118,820 Annually