Stress and Lifing Engineer

Rolls-Royce; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with a 

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Long-term incentive plan

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Parental and family care leave

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Indianapolis, IN is hiring a Stress and Lifing Engineer. You will support the structural assessment of static components and apply analytical techniques under guidance from senior engineers.

You will develop expertise in stress and lifing analysis, gain hands-on experience with project work, and grow within a global engineering team in a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or higher) is required.
• 1+ years of engineering experience or advanced degrees.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical integrity, stress, and lifing analyses of static components using FEA.
• Support planning and execution of mechanical experiments to validate designs.
• Investigate issues and contribute to root cause analysis and solutions.
• Participate in peer reviews to maintain quality.
• Prepare technical documentation and communicate results to teams.
• Contribute to process improvements as you grow.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

Finite Element Analysis

Numerical modeling tools

Job description

Working Pattern: Full time

Working location: Indianapolis, IN./Hybrid (3 days onsite on avg.)Relocation assistance is provided as needed for this opportunity.

Job Description

Job Title: Stress and Lifing Engineer

Working Pattern: Full time

Working location: Indianapolis, IN./Hybrid (3 days onsite on avg.)Relocation assistance is provided as needed for this opportunity.

Global Grade/Level: GG9

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Stress and Lifing Engineer to join our team, contributing to the ongoing reliability and safety of our products. As an early career analyst, you will support the structural assessment of static components such as casings, bearing supports, frames, mounts, and inlet guide vanes. Working closely with experienced team members, you will apply analytical techniques to evaluate components under complex loading conditions including thermal, pressure, and mechanical stresses.

In this role, you will develop your expertise in stress and lifing analysis, gain hands‑on experience through supported project work, and continue building your foundation in engineering fundamentals. This position offers an excellent environment for professional growth, technical development, and collaboration within a dynamic and knowledgeable global engineering team.

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform mechanical integrity, stress, and lifing analyses of static components using finite element analysis and other numerical modeling tools under guidance from senior team members.
• Support the planning and execution of mechanical experiments to help validate design assumptions and analytical models.
• Assist in problem-solving activities by investigating issues and contributing to root cause analysis and solution development.
• Participate in peer reviews of analysis projects to maintain quality standards and broaden your technical understanding.
• Prepare clear technical documentation and support the communication of analysis results to colleagues and cross‑functional teams.
• Take part in ongoing training and development opportunities and contribute to process improvements and team initiatives as you grow your expertise.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 1+ years of experience, OR
• Master's degree in Engineering, OR
• PhD in Engineering
• In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred

• 2 or more years of hands‑on experience in conducting mechanical integrity, stress and lifing assessments using finite element analysis and other numerical models
• Ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking on a range of technical problems and make balanced decisions across technical and business parameters
• Knowledge and experience of product integrity / liability and certification frameworks
• Membership of a relevant professional body appropriate to region
• Good communication and presentation skills at all levels of the organization

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. We are committed to providing a respectful and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.

Infinite Potential

Closing Date: September 18, 2026

Job Category

Mechanical Systems

Job Posting Date

11 Sep 2026; 00:09

Pay Range

Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.

$90,985 - $147,850-Annually

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.

• 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
• 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.