Senior Component Development Engineer

Rolls-Royce•Aiken, SC

2d•$73,120 - $118,820•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Component Development Engineer leads the design and development of core components and subsystems for large diesel and natural gas engines used in power generation and industrial applications. The role is responsible for component architecture, analysis, validation, and production implementation, ensuring designs meet performance, durability, reliability, manufacturability, and cost objectives. The engineer leads components, assemblies, and subsystems from concept through production release. Systems and components include cooling, lubrication, air handling, exhaust, structural, mounting, and accessory systems, as well as cylinder heads, valve train hardware, crankcase structures, and front-end accessory drives. The role also creates and maintains CAD models, drawings, bills of materials, technical specifications, design standards, and product documentation, and develops verification plans and reports to confirm that designs meet functional, durability, environmental, regulatory, and customer requirements. This is a full-time position based in Aiken, South Carolina. Relocation assistance may be provided if applicable. The posted annual pay range is $73,120–$118,820. Rolls-Royce describes its Power Systems business as providing power solutions and lifecycle support under the mtu brand, serving marine and infrastructure customers worldwide.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in diesel or natural gas engines, power generation, heavy equipment, or industrial product development.
Experience designing and developing core engine components and assemblies, including cylinder heads, valve train systems, intake/exhaust systems, lubrication and cooling components, crankcase structures, and accessory drives.
Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, engineering drawing creation, BOM development, and product documentation for cast, machined, fabricated, and assembled components.
Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, including materials selection, structural integrity, fatigue, thermal management, fluid systems, vibration, and sealing technologies.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States without sponsorship; the employer cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting global product development and supplier qualification activities.
Knowledge of applicable engine regulations and certifications, such as EPA, CARB, and ISO.
Project leadership or technical lead experience on new product development programs.

Responsibilities

Lead design, development, validation, and production release of components, assemblies, and subsystems for large diesel and natural gas engines, from concept through production implementation.
Develop engineering solutions using mechanical engineering principles to meet performance, durability, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, emissions, cost, and regulatory objectives.
Design and develop engine components and assemblies, including cylinder heads, valve train hardware, intake and exhaust systems, lubrication and cooling components, crankcase structures, front-end accessory drives, and structural engine hardware.
Create and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, bills of materials, technical specifications, design standards, and product documentation.
Maintain configuration control and manage engineering changes.
Develop Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&R), establish validation requirements and acceptance criteria, and ensure designs are verified against functional, durability, environmental, regulatory, and customer requirements.