Sr. Quality Engineer - Testing

Rolls-Royce•Aiken, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Rolls-Royce has been recognized as a top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category for 2025, highlighting its commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment. The company is an enduring and iconic brand, at the forefront of innovation for over a century, designing, building, and servicing systems that provide critical power where safety and reliability are paramount. The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce, operating under the product and solution brand mtu, delivers world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support. Through digitalization and electrification, Rolls-Royce strives to develop drive and power generation solutions that are cleaner and smarter, addressing the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. These technologically-advanced solutions, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems, serve customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. The company values the unrivalled dedication and technical expertise of its people, providing an environment of caring and belonging where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work, with access to incredible opportunities for career growth and making a difference.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
8+ years of experience in quality control or testing within a diesel engine manufacturing environment.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of internal combustion engines, engine testing protocols, test bench operation, and emissions testing.
Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM, EPA) and regulatory requirements.
Proficient in data analysis tools and quality software (e.g., Minitab, SAP-QM, LabVIEW, Influx, AVL tools, etc.).
Experience with failure mode analysis, 8D problem solving, FMEA, and control plan creation.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to maintain a structured approach in potentially high-pressure environments.
Detail-oriented with the ability to see the bigger picture.

Responsibilities

Plan, execute, and oversee quality control procedures in the engine testing area for diesel engines (performance, durability, emissions, etc.).
Lead and coordinate product and part qualifications, including defining quality criteria, validating new designs, and ensuring successful integration into the engine platform.
Review and approve test protocols, procedures, and data collection methods to ensure compliance with internal standards and industry regulations.
Analyze test results to identify trends, deviations, or potential quality issues and drive corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Coordinate with the testing team to troubleshoot test stand issues, instrumentation faults, or deviations in engine performance.
Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and supplier quality teams to qualify new or modified components through structured validation and testing plans.
Develop and implement statistical quality control methods (SPC, Cpk, GR&R, etc.) to monitor engine test outcomes and process capability.
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, and applicable environmental and safety regulations.
Lead root cause analysis and 8D reporting for test-related quality issues.
Generate detailed test and quality reports for internal reviews and customer documentation.