Mechanical Engineer – Component Design

Rolls-Royce•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$98,566 - $160,169•Hybrid

About The Position

The Component Design Engineer works primarily with components within major subsystems to design, produce, and test components and mechanical systems for Rolls-Royce products. The engineer ensures component definitions meet project requirements from concept through demonstration testing. The role is hybrid, averaging three days onsite per week, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Relocation assistance is available as applicable.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of gas turbine engine design experience, or a Master’s degree in Engineering, or a Ph.D. in Engineering.
Must currently possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Experience using computer-aided design tools such as NX.
Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and creation of limit stacks.
Experience with generic design processes and component-specific design guidance.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, engine assembly, and testing.
Strong interpersonal skills for effective teamwork; willingness to accept responsibility and take initiative; ability to complete assigned tasks on schedule; and excellent written and oral English communication skills.
Programming skills such as Visual Basic, MATLAB, Python, PERL, or C++.
Experience with fan component design methods and practices, including impact and containment, aerodynamic design, composites, thermals, and lifing spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

Create component requirements documents for owned hardware and hardware design concepts, and perform trade studies to optimize hardware.
Support creation of detailed drawings and model-based definitions, and support project and manufacturing teams in procuring conforming hardware.
Provide limits for engine and rig testing; support testing, including assessment of test results and tested hardware.
Orchestrate technical and design reviews and communicate solutions with the project or customer.
Develop technical presentations and associated technical reports to deliver solutions.
Perform subsystem and component trade studies for emerging products and architectures.
Create and review functional and physical interfaces, and generate analysis requirements for components.
Provide input on component-level risks and complete DFMEA and risk assessments for owned components.

Benefits

Base pay and discretionary bonus plan.
Eligible employees may be able to enroll in health, dental, vision, disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Flexible spending account and health savings account.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid Time Off and certain paid holidays.
Paid parental and family care leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Long-term incentive plan.
Relocation assistance is available as applicable.