Rolls-Royce
Manufacturing
ManufacturingEngineer-AutomationandDigital
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“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.
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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