Component Design Engineer: Turbomachinery - Cold End Design (Fans, Compressors, and Rotatives)

About the role

As a Component Design Engineer for gas turbine Turbomachinery components you will be part of the global Engineering, Technology & Safety (ET&S) Turbomachinery organization. You will develop complex engineering solutions that satisfy cutting-edge aerospace functional and physical requirements and exhibit robustness for manufacturing capability. Within your assigned propulsion system program, you’ll be responsible for developing, assessing, and delivering high-performance gas turbine turbomachinery components that push the envelope with performance, life, and efficiency. At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first. You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence. Position is based in Indianapolis, IN with a hybrid/onsite working pattern (expected in office 3 days per week). Relocation assistance (GG10) may be available.

Responsibilities

• Create component design definition in accordance with module, system, and customer interface requirements.
• Create dimensional tolerance stacks, establish Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements, and support manufacturing to produce conforming hardware.
• Support the supply chain in procuring hardware including review of supplier documentation, assessment of non-conforming hardware, and review of supplier change proposals.
• Review and approve component requirements for their responsible sub‑system’s hardware.
• Develop, approve, and execute validation plans to demonstrate compliance to the requirements.
• Present and defend design solutions and technical work to program leadership and other stakeholders.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, service, and aftermarket issues promptly as they arise to keep production on target and the fleet in operation.
• Perform a leadership role in investigations of in‑service and/or development hardware issues including Engine Investigations, failure analysis, root cause / corrective action (RCCA), Technical Variance consultation, reporting, and documentation.
• Share findings with the global turbomachinery team in accordance with export control regulations.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of experience in design engineering, Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering OR; A Master’s degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering OR; JD/PHD in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering. To be considered for this opportunity, you must be a US Citizen or permanent resident.

Skills

• Experience with turbine component design methods and practices to include component integrity, Structural Analysis, Thermals and Lifing spreadsheets.
• Experience with coatings and their application within turbine and hot section systems.
• Broader experience with rotating and static component design in highly stressed or critical assemblies.
• Experience working with Siemens NX, Teamcenter and/or ANSYS Workbench.
• Experience with the definition release process and GD&T.
• Experience with computer programming and design optimization.
• Experience working with manufacturing and/or quality, especially with regards to the assessment of non‑conforming hardware.

Benefits

• Base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.
• Health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health