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The role requires a proactive approach to continuous learning, good communication and written skills and be able to work well in a team. In return the role provides a great opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills alongside a diverse group of professionals. \nKey Accountabilities\nTo resolve problems through evaluative judgements. Analyses factual information from multiple sources, interprets results and identifies effective solutions by applying their own technical knowledge, expertise and engineering judgement.\nIs responsible for defined technical packages of work providing leadership and delivery against programme milestones within agreed costs, timescales and quality requirements.\nTo be a point of contact within Materials Engineering and to share subject matter knowledge across the function. This may include providing advisory services to designated customers, influencing their peer group, representing senior departmental staff and acting as advisor / coach on matters where they are technically authoritative.\nTo understand company business objectives and ensure that the work they do supports this; To act in accordance with both the company values and those associated with being a professional engineer.\nTo actively promote, encourage and support the identification and implementation of continuous improvement both within and outside their immediate sphere and prompt action across the wider team.\nKey Experiences and any Qualifications\nBachelor's degree, Master's or PhD in ideally in Materials Engineering or equivalent technical capability based on practical knowledge and experience.\nTechnical experience relevant to the Materials Engineering discipline although experience in R&T, manufacturing or design will be considered.\nAn ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking to a range of technical problems.\nGood written and verbal skills.\nKnowledge and experience of product integrity / liability and certification frameworks would be an advantage but not essential.\nMembership in a relevant professional body appropriate to the region. In the UK - attained / working towards Chartered status is preferred however opportunity to develop this in role will be provided.\nRegional Benefits\nOur People are our power, so when join Rolls-Royce you are offered more than a salary. You are given a choice of flexible benefits from life insurance to gym discounts and tax free cycling.\nGenerous Annual Leave\nRetirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust\nGroup Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce\nGroup Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury\nYour Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!\nDigital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations\nEmployee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes\nOur 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.\nRolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.\nClose Date: 8th November 2026\nAs 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. 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