Manufacturing Engineer - CVI Process Engineer

Rolls-Royce • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to join our Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMC) team, supporting the Chemical Vapour Infiltration (CVI) process. This role focuses on scaling, optimizing, and sustaining high-temperature composite manufacturing used in next-generation aerospace applications. The successful candidate will drive process improvements, root cause investigations, and production readiness of CVI-related operations. 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 can grow your career and make a difference. Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Engineering with 4+ years of engineering experience, OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of engineering experience, OR Master's degree in Engineering, OR PhD in Science, Technology or Engineering, OR In lieu of a degree 6+ years of engineering experience
• To be considered for this opportunity, you must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the manufacture of Ceramic Matrix Composite Components or Aerospace Components with coating operations.
• Knowledge of Vacuum Furnace operating principles and hardware
• Knowledge of PSM and how to implement
• Knowledge of gas supply and flow rate control / verification
• Knowledge of piping and instrumentation diagram creation / interpretation
• Experience with logic-based control systems
• Experience with Mass Flow Controllers, Thermocouples, Vacuum Pumps, PH Probes.
• Experience with Control of Hazardous / Explosive Gases and Chemical Scrubbers for treatment of exhaust furnace waste
• Experience with the FAT/SAT process and the validation of new equipment for use in production
• Experience with the manufacture of Ceramic Matrix Composite Components or Aerospace Components with coating operations

Responsibilities

• Support and improve CVI process parameters, cycle times, and product quality.
• Collaborate with materials, R&D, and design teams to transition new products from development to manufacturing.
• Define and implement process controls and lean manufacturing principles.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to CVI operations to resolve production issues.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, throughput, and cycle time.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for non-conformances.
• Author and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), manufacturing instructions, and process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations specific to high-temperature and reactive gas processes.
• Rigorously raise, investigate and resolve safety related issues.
• Support maintenance and upgrades of CVI furnaces and related process equipment.
• Participate in commissioning of new tools and process lines.
• Utilize Six Sigma, 5S, PFMEA, and other quality tools to identify and execute process improvements.
• Contribute to cost reduction initiatives and capacity expansion planning.
• Responsible for self-development to meet the required competencies for the role.
• Continuously seek to expand knowledge and experience to increase effectiveness in undertaking existing and new activities.

Benefits

• We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits.
• These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees