Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Title:
Manufacturing Engineer

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.

• Develop and recommend methods for improving accuracy, efficiency and speed of production processes and provide problem solving training to personnel.
• Develop and implement project plans to attain plant quality goals using standardized problem-solving tools.
• Conducts process audits and coordinate the activities needed to maintain and improve the production system.
• Coordinate and conduct training activities in Quality Dojo.
• Develop and implement quality improvements based on QFL notifications and Pareto analyses provided by Quality.
• Review production schedules, engineering specifications, orders, and related information to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures, and activities.
• Collaborate in teams and cross-functional groups including global counterparts.
• Communicate with management to develop production process standards and conduct KAIZEN workshops to improve processes.
• Facilitate the communication to stakeholders on schedules, meetings, progress, and pending issues, on a regular basis.
• Serve as Project Manager for designated process improvement projects as assigned by Management and report on workloads, issues, and pending problems.
• Submit progress reports that detail project progress in terms of time schedule and budget performance.
• 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.

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical / Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering and 3 years of process improvement engineering experience in the manufacturing industry; or 7 years of process improvement engineering experience in the manufacturing environment.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Ability to work overtime as required to support production or project work.
• Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite

• Strong analytical ability and detail orientation where problems are unusual and complex.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with others especially on the shop floor.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of design of manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of materials and methods of manufacture.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong organization, planning and follow-up skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Good leadership and change management skills.
• Experience with SAP
• Six Sigma Black Belt
• Project Management certification

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

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.

• Job Category Manufacturing Engineering
• Job Posting Date 20 Jan 2026; 00:01
• Pay Range $73,120 - $118,820-Annually
• Location: Graniteville, SC

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.