Mechanical Engineer – Component Design

Job overview

The Mechanical Engineer – Component Design role is hybrid in Indianapolis, IN, with an average of three onsite days per week. The annual pay range is $98,566–$160,169. The role supports Rolls-Royce’s development of power and propulsion solutions, with safety as a priority. The engineer designs, produces, and tests components and mechanical systems for Rolls-Royce products, ensuring component definitions meet project requirements from concept through demonstration testing. The work connects design, project, manufacturing, and testing activities to deliver conforming hardware and assess performance.

What you'll do

• Create component requirements documents and design concepts
• conduct trade studies
• support detailed drawings and model-based definition
• support procurement of conforming hardware
• provide limits for engine and rig testing and assess test results and hardware
• lead technical and design reviews
• prepare technical presentations and reports
• define interfaces and analysis requirements
• contribute component risks and complete DFMEA and risk assessments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mechanical engineer

component design

indianapolis in

rolls-royce

hybrid

$98,566–$160,169/year

gas turbine engines

hardware design

design reviews

dfmea

engine testing

security clearance

u.s. citizenship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Discretionary bonus plan
• eligible health, dental, vision, disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• employee assistance program
• paid time off and holidays
• paid parental and family care leave
• tuition reimbursement
• long-term incentive plan.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule averages three onsite days weekly; relocation assistance may be available. Requires an engineering bachelor’s degree plus two or more years of gas turbine engine design experience, or an engineering master’s or PhD; must possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance requiring U.S. citizenship.

About the employer

Rolls Royce is hiring for this role. Industry: Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing. Sector: 33.