RO Technician

Rolls-Royce • Aiken, SC

2d • $32 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

At Rolls-Royce, we take pride in being a business that has played a pivotal role in shaping the modern world and remain dedicated to driving progress forward; powering, safeguarding, and connecting people across the globe. 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.

The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. At the heart of our business is the unrivalled dedication and technical expertise of our people. To support them we provide an environment of caring and belonging where everyone is themselves and supports each other.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and two years field service, mechanical or electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced operational ability and skill, as demonstrated by acquiring the points associated with Skilled Based Pay Competency Level 3
• Skilled use of mechanical and electrical hand tools
• Skilled use of measurement and testing tools for mechanical and electrical systems
• Knowledge in technical language and engineering terminology
• Knowledge in the practical principles of electronics, physics, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Good factory representation, customer service and interpersonal skills
• Good organizational, planning and follow up skills
• Good analytical and creative problem-solving skills when problems are very complex
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good knowledge in the physical properties of fuels, coolants, lubricants, and oils
• Ability to lift, push, pull weights in the 20-60 lbs. range
• Ability to use a PC and MS Office Suite
• Experience with MTU engines and electronics
• Experience in a large engine service industry
• Experience in operating forklift trucks
• Experience in rigging of weights up to 5 tons
• Experience in report and service letter writing

Responsibilities

• Assembly and/or disassembly of MTU and other engines, systems, and components per specification
• Inspect and evaluate components for defects such as breakage and excessive wear based on specifications and drawings
• Recommend core acceptance or rejection based on inspection and evaluation
• Inspect, operate, and test products to validate functionality and conformance to specifications
• Analyze and interpret test results obtained from inspections to diagnose equipment capabilities and next steps
• Position and align components for assembly, manually or using hoists
• Create and implement new processes, fixturing and tooling as needed
• Inspect, rework, repair, and replace damaged parts or assemblies, following guidance based on component condition using machines, power tools and hand tools
• Collect, read, and interpret disassembly and assembly blueprints and specification manuals, as well as plan disassembly, assembly or building operations
• Verify and document conformance of parts to blueprints, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, and micrometers
• Operate forklifts, overhead and jib cranes safely to maneuver parts or equipment as needed
• Perform appropriate SAP transactions for tracking and process compliance
• Support Engineering and/or Quality to submit deviation request for out-of-scope repairs
• Operate a variety of mechanical and CNC machinery including mills and lathes, but not limited to, Blanchard rotary surface grinder, balancing machine (turbos), crack testing equipment, Merlin injector tester and valve grinder
• Perform special projects as needed and maintain flexibility on the job by providing support in other related areas
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas and comply with safety regulations to help ensure a safe working environment
• 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

• base pay
• discretionary bonus plan
• 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
• a long-term incentive plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED