Rolls-Royce

Manufacturing

ManufacturingEngineer-AutomationandDigital

$91–136k Indianapolis, Indiana, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Manufacturing Engineer - Automation and Digital at Rolls-Royce. Skills: Automation, Digital systems, Manufacturing technology, Process improvement. Execute manufacturing engineering activities. Identify capability required in new equipment”

What You'll Achieve.

Meet safety requirements; Meet quality requirements; Meet cost requirements; Meet delivery rate requirements; Meet lead time requirements; Meet business requirements; Meet customer requirements; Meet required level of readiness for production

Industry & Context.

Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Root cause analysis; Failure modes; Machine diagnostics; Troubleshooting

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Associate's degree in Engineering with 4+ years of engineering experience, Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 2+ years of engineering experience, Master's degree in Engineering, JD/PhD in Science, Technology or Engineering, 6+ years of engineering experience in lieu of degree, U. S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Nice to Have

Extensive practical knowledge of machine design, Machine controls knowledge, Safety requirements knowledge, Ergonomic requirements knowledge, Machine validation knowledge, Maintenance knowledge, Failure modes knowledge, Communications knowledge, Calibration knowledge, Machine diagnostics knowledge, Tooling management knowledge, Coolant systems knowledge, Work handling knowledge, KPV monitoring knowledge, Standards knowledge, New technology knowledge, Expertise with manufacturing systems implementation, Expertise with enabling software tools, Project management experience, Experience with large-scale automation projects, Experience with functional specifications, Experience with development of new equipment, Experience with implementation of new equipment, Experience with installation of new equipment, Experience with startup of new equipment, Experience with control design, Experience with component selection, Experience with PLC programming, Experience with robot programming, Experience with SCADA systems, Experience with AMRs, Experience with IT architecture

What You'll Do.

Execute manufacturing engineering activities

Identify capability required in new equipment

Define controls requirements for new equipment

Define controls requirements for upgraded equipment

Define information flow between LAN and manufacturing equipment

Develop automation projects

Implement manufacturing systems to improve capabilities

Ensure technology acquired meets business requirements

Ensure technology acquired meets customer requirements

Continuously improve capability

Implement capital equipment

Implement manufacturing technology

Integrate capability acquisition

Integrate product introduction activities

Buy off new capabilities

Buy off methods of manufacture

Ensure new capabilities are ready for production

Ensure methods of manufacture are ready for production

Work with interfacing teams

Work with local experts

Ensure technical aspects are understood

Ensure digital systems are understood

Capture lessons learned

Utilize lessons learned

Identify best practice

Document best practice

Participate in Communities of Practice

Gain buy-off for activities

Communicate current status to stakeholders

Ensure compliance to company policies

Ensure compliance to legislative policies

Ensure compliance to technical policies

Meet expectations of Zero Harm program

Drive manufacturing processes towards best practice

Operate relationships with AxRCs

Operate relationships with partners

Operate relationships with suppliers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Interfacing teams; Local experts; Manufacturing Engineering Commodity Leaders; Manufacturing Process Owners; AxRCs; Partners; Suppliers

Process & Methodology

Schedule management, Resource management, Cost management, Risk management

Full Job Description

## **Job Description** **Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer – Automation and Digital** **Working Pattern: Onsite 9/80** **Working location: Indianapolis, IN** As the Manufacturing Engineer – Automation and Digital you will execute manufacturing engineering activities to identify capability required in new equipment, define controls requirements for new or upgraded equipment, define information flow between the LAN and manufacturing equipment, develop automation projects, and implement manufacturing systems to improve manufacturing capabilities. You will be responsible to ensure that technology acquired is capable of meeting and continuing to meet business and customer requirements for safety, quality, cost, deliver rate and lead time (SQCD). **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 ca

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