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Production Support Manufacturing Engineer - Submarines

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Job DescriptionJob Title: Production Support Manufacturing Engineer - SubmarinesWorking Pattern: DaysWorking location: Derby (Onsite)An exciting opportunity for a Production Support Manufacturing Engineer has arisen within the Primary Components Operations (PCO) business. Our nuclear business is a leader in propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navy's nuclear submarine fleet and the sole provider and technical authority, managing all aspects of plant design, safety, manufacture, performance and through-life support.PCO is going through exciting times and significant change to support our customers. To meet the demands of all our customers we are growing our Manufacturing Engineering Capability. As a Production Support Manufacturing Engineer, you will be providing technical support to fabrication and welding processes, driving components through manufacture, creating packages for welding and fabrication processes, applying process control, cost effective manufacturing and developing capability to meet customer and business requirements. 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.We'll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.What we offer:We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.What you will be doing:With this exciting opportunity you will get a chance to be involved with the following:Supporting the technical package for the shop floor, fabrication and welding process of components to ensure compliance to controlling specifications and meeting design requirements. This will include rectifying failures (creating re-work routers), problem solving, method improvements, production focussed and meeting cell requirements/targets.Using Build in Quality tools such as process maps, Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEAs), SAP, PowerBI and control plans.Developing process capability and improvements.Day to day production focussed triage.Productivity data collation and reviewing.Method reviews prior production release.Liaising with other departments such as design, manufacturing, quality, materials and special process to ensure delivery of parts through the process to time, cost and quality.Who we're looking for:At Rolls-Royce we embrace agility, are bold, pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.To be successful in this role you will need to meet the following criteria:Degree qualified (or equivalent) or relevant industry technical experience, a passion to succeed and a vision of how modern manufacturing should be achieved.General understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to the business.Prime knowledge of Welding and Fabrications is desired but not essential.Analytical skills to interrogate data, create and conduct experimental trials and be adept at technical problem solving.Driven to improve and maintain the manufacturing processes.Excellent communications skills and the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.Strong computer skills (Microsoft, NX, CAD, Teamcenter PLM and SAP) We are an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we'll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-RoyceTo work for Rolls-Royce Submarines, you need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you don't currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets, you must hold a UK nationality. Any dual nationals will require additional scrutiny and background checks prior to commencing work with RRSL.Closing date: 09/01/2026As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.Job CategoryManufacturing EngineeringPosting Date09 Dec 2025; 00:12Posting End Date08 Jan 2026PandoLogic. Keywords: Manufacturing Engineer, Location: Derby, ENG - DE23 8NX

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