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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.\nPosition Summary:\nAs a Capability Acquisition Engineer, you will support the acquisition, installation, commissioning, and production readiness of new manufacturing equipment required to industrialize our Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) manufacturing capability in Indianapolis.\nWorking alongside and supporting an experienced Capability Acquisition Engineers, you will be involved throughout the equipment acquisition lifecycle, from defining manufacturing and equipment requirements through supplier selection, design reviews, manufacture, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), installation, Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, qualification, and final handover into production.\nThis role provides an opportunity to develop practical experience in delivering complex manufacturing equipment into a world class aerospace manufacturing environment. You will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Facilities, Maintenance, Quality, HSE, Procurement, external equipment suppliers, and other technical specialists to ensure new equipment is delivered safely, on time, and capable of meeting the requirements of the CMC industrialization program.\nYou will initially work under the guidance of senior Capability Acquisition Engineers while taking increasing ownership of defined equipment packages and project activities as your experience develops.\nAs the Manufacturing Engineer - Capability Acquisition, you will execute manufacturing engineering activities to identify capability required, create robust SORs, functional specs, and machine validation plans as well as identify the maintenance and training to keep the machines to baseline. You will be responsible to ensure that technology acquired is capable of meeting and continuing to meet business and customer requirements for safety, quality, cost, deliver rate and lead time (SQCD).\nWhat you will be doing:\nSupport senior Capability Acquisition Engineers in the specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, and qualification of new manufacturing equipment for the CMC industrialization program.\nSupport the development of equipment requirements, Statements of Requirements (SORs), technical specifications and other equipment acquisition documentation.\nWork with Manufacturing Engineering and process specialists to translate manufacturing requirements into clear equipment and facility requirements.\nSupport equipment supplier identification, technical evaluations, supplier selection, and procurement activities.\nCoordinate with equipment suppliers and internal stakeholders to support successful execution of equipment acquisition projects.\nParticipate in supplier design reviews to ensure proposed equipment solutions meet technical, manufacturing, safety, quality, maintainability, and operational requirements.\nTrack equipment actions, technical issues, project milestones, risks, and deliverables and escalate concerns to the responsible Capability Acquisition Engineer.\nSupport equipment Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), including preparation of acceptance criteria, test plans, punch lists, and closure of identified issues.\nSupport planning and coordination of equipment delivery, installation, utility connections, site preparation, and commissioning activities.\nSupport Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), equipment commissioning, capability demonstration, qualification, and production readiness activities.\nWork with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Facilities, EHS, IT, and other stakeholders to ensure equipment is ready for safe and effective production use.\nSupport the development and implementation of equipment maintenance strategies, recommended spares, operator and maintenance training, technical documentation, and equipment handover requirements.\nAssist with resolution of technical problems encountered during equipment manufacture, installation, commissioning, and qualification using structured problem-solving techniques.\nEnsure equipment suppliers provide required documentation including drawings, manuals, certificates, software backups, recommended spares, maintenance requirements, and training materials.\nSupport equipment safety activities including machinery risk assessments, guarding reviews, ergonomic assessments, and compliance with applicable Rolls-Royce and regulatory requirements.\nParticipate in project reviews, supplier meetings, technical reviews, readiness reviews, and cross functional planning activities.\nMaintain accurate project and engineering documentation throughout the equipment acquisition lifecycle.\nCapture and share lessons learned to improve future capability acquisition projects and equipment standards.\nEnsure all work complies with applicable Rolls-Royce processes, technical standards, health and safety requirements, quality requirements, and regulatory requirements.\nDevelop knowledge of CMC manufacturing processes, manufacturing equipment, capability acquisition processes, and Rolls-Royce engineering standards\nWillingness to travel to equipment suppliers as required to support design reviews, equipment build activities, and Factory Acceptance Testing.\nWillingness to work hands-on with manufacturing equipment and support equipment installation, commissioning, and qualification activities.\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering OR;\nMaster’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering OR;\nPhD in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering\nIn order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nAcademic or practical experience with manufacturing equipment, manufacturing engineering, equipment engineering, or industrialization projects.\nFamiliarity with mechanical, electrical, controls, automation, or manufacturing equipment systems.\nExperience interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, equipment layouts, or utility requirements.\nExperience with CAD or other engineering software.\nFamiliarity with machinery safety, risk assessments, guarding, ergonomics, and applicable industrial safety requirements.\nUnderstanding of preventative maintenance, equipment reliability, recommended spares, and asset care principles.\nExperience using structured problem solving and continuous improvement techniques.\nExposure to project management principles including schedules, actions, risks, milestones, and supplier deliverables.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nStrong organizational skills and attention to detail.\nDemonstrated interest in developing knowledge of manufacturing equipment, capability acquisition, and advanced manufacturing technologies.\nOur vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.\nRolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.\nInfinite Potential\nJob Category\nManufacturing EngineeringJob Posting Date\n07 Oct 2026; 00:10Pay Range\nPay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.\n$66,306 - $107,747-Annually\nLocation:\nIndianapolis, IN Benefits\nRolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. 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