Quality Engineer - Reliability

Rolls-Royce • Aiken, SC

76d • $70,629 - $105,943

About The Position

Join us as a Quality Engineer - Reliability, where you will develop your skills and expertise in an international environment for a company known for its brilliance. You will be responsible for reliability engineering duties, including investigating returned materials, conducting failure evaluations, and analyzing warranty data. Additionally, you will monitor production fluids, establish sampling protocols, and lead efforts in identifying root causes of fluid-related failures. You will also support the Manager of Reliability Engineering in maintaining project timelines and promoting a compliance culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3 years of mechanical and/or quality engineering experience; or 7 years of mechanical and/or quality engineering experience.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of fluid systems and contamination control in a production environment.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with lab testing procedures, cleanliness standards, and equipment monitoring.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and lab instrumentation.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Self-starter possessing strong initiative and teamwork skills.
• Strong oral, written and presentation skills with the ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Strong organizational, planning and follow-up skills.
• Strong computer skills and good knowledge of engine mechanics and tools, including design, usage, repair and maintenance.
• Good knowledge of production processes and quality control techniques.
• Ability to work flexible hours or shifts.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Systematically investigate returned materials and line call incidents.
• Conduct zero-hour failure evaluations and support COP (Conformance of Production) and gap analysis.
• Investigate plant quality issues and support part inspections for Design and Supplier Development.
• Analyze warranty data, support field test success criteria, and execute special projects.
• Maintain lab equipment and interpret test results independently.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and report KPIs to management.
• Monitor and assess condition of production fluids, including machining coolants, lubricants, engine coolants, and fuel used in manufacturing and testing.
• Establish and maintain sampling protocols and analysis criteria for fluid health and contamination control.
• Lead efforts in identifying root causes of fluid-related failures and propose corrective actions.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production to optimize fluid life, usage, and safety.
• Support and oversee technical cleanliness evaluations for critical engine parts during and after manufacturing processes.
• Recommend process improvements based on analytical results and industry standards for cleanliness and fluid management.
• Support Manager of Reliability Engineering in maintaining project timelines and tracking tasks.
• Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct.
• Perform special projects as required.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health savings account.
• 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.
• Long-term incentive plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree