Sr. Quality Engineer - Project Management

Rolls-Royce; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 90,985 - 147,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rolls Royce is seeking a Sr. Quality Engineer in Mankato, MN, responsible for ensuring project processes meet all requirements. The role includes leading assessments, developing Quality Assurance Plans, and promoting a compliance culture.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in engineering with 5+ years of experience in quality management within a large industrial environment. Strong project management skills are essential.

Rolls Royce offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 5 years quality experience with large industrial equipment or 9 years quality engineering.
• Ability to work flexible hours or shifts.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project processes meet internal and external requirements.
• Lead project assessments and audits.
• Develop Quality Assurance Plans for new projects.

Skills

Quality Management

Project Management Principles

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

PC

MS Office Suite

Job description

Sr. Quality Engineer - Project Management

Location: Mankato, MN

Posted: 01 Jun 2026

Job Description

This position is responsible for ensuring that project processes and their resulting products meet all internal and external requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Sign off on Quality Gates and project milestones (phase reviews).
• Represent Quality department in the risk management process.
• Ensure process conformity of the respective projects.
• Lead project assessments, including project audits and lessons learned.
• Lead improvement projects.
• Develop Quality Assurance Plans for new projects.
• Implement quality assurance, quality control measures, and special customer requirements in the product lifecycle (e.g.: inspections, test procedures, checklists, equipment, etc.).
• Ensure that the quality of products and services to be provided meets requirements.
• Conduct First Article Inspections on first units produced for each project (Gensets and housed units).
• Conduct audits and track defined improvement measures.
• Promote a compliance culture within the 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.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering plus 5 years quality experience with large industrial equipment OR 9 years quality engineering experience with large industrial equipment.
• Ability to work flexible hours or shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Project Management principles, including product launches in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Excellent knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology (principles, techniques, procedures, equipment for production of large industrial equipment).
• Excellent knowledge of quality control, raw materials, manufacturing processes, costs, and other techniques for maximizing effective manufacture of large industrial equipment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑starter possessing strong initiative and teamwork.
• Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite.
• 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.

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. Options available may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire and employment type.

Pay Range

$90,985 - $147,850 annually

EEO Statement

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

Location

Mankato, MN