Manufacturing Engineer - Chemical and Heat treatment - Submarines

Rolls-Royce plc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Derby is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer focused on Chemical and Heat Treatment processes. You will resolve technical issues while working closely with a team and assist in new product introductions. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or Chemical discipline and demonstrate strong problem-solving and communication skills. This is a full-time on-site role with the opportunity to work in a critical industry, supporting the UK Royal Navy submarines.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or equivalent in an Engineering or Chemical related discipline.
• Technical experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in chemical processing or heat treatment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of DFMEA / PFMEA for process improvements.
• Familiarity with six sigma and lean techniques.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team to solve technical issues.
• Maintain engineering technical governance.
• Support new product introduction objectives.
• Manage load and capacity for delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Engineering or Chemical discipline

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer - Chemical and Heat treatment - Submarines page is loaded## Manufacturing Engineer - Chemical and Heat treatment - Submarineslocations: Derbytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR6142822## **Job Description**Manufacturing Engineer - Chemical and Heat treatment - SubmarinesFull-TimeDerby (onsite 5 days a week)An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Engineer to work within Chemical and Heat Treatment team in Derby.Within this role you will be part of the Core Production Chemical Processing and Heat Treatment Manufacturing Engineering Team, working on a variety of special processes including acid cleaning and annealing operations. contributing towards business-critical tasks associated with the processes, covering both production support and new product introductionAt 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 work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.**What you will be doing:*** Working within a Team of Four (Manufacturing Engineering, operations, quality and production planning) to solve emergent technical issues with focus on Quality, Cost & Delivery* Knowledge of DFMEA / PFMEA to influence process improvements and risk reduction* You will be maintaining engineering technical governance through the entire method of manufacture for your process area* Working with the wider business to deliver new product introduction objectives* You will have ability to manage and balance your load and capacity (resource management) to enable robust commitment and delivery* There may be an opportunity to support shift working during the production phase of the programme**Position Qualifications:**To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who is/has:* Degree qualified, or equivalent, in an Engineering or Chemical related discipline* Communication and stakeholder management skills with a strong positive attitude and willingness to learn* Technical experience within a manufacturing environment, ideally within a chemical processing or heat treatment area* Strong interpersonal skills working within a high performing Manufacturing Engineering team, as well the wider operations team* Strong analytical skills and a proven record of technical problem-solving skills along with knowledge of six sigma and lean techniques* Be a good communicator and able to liaise with all levels of staff* Possess excellent organisational and presentation skills and feel comfortable presenting at all levelsFor more than 60 years Rolls-Royce Submarines has designed, supplied and supported the nuclear propulsion plant, providing power for all UK Royal Navy nuclear submarines.To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines an individual must hold a Security Check clearance. We will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t already have it. Due to the nature of work we conduct, we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.**Closing Date:** 21st January 2026As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.## ## **Job Category**Manufacturing Engineering## **Posting Date**08 Jan 2026; 00:01## **Posting End Date**21 Jan 2026