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Component Design Engineer - Mechanical Design at Rolls-Royce

99K–160K
Partially · Indianapolis, Indiana
Posted July 29, 2026
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Overview

We seek a skilled Component Design Engineer to lead mechanical design of gas turbine engine components. This role drives innovation in power and propulsion solutions while delivering real impact with a focus on safety. You will own design definitions and collaborate in a high-performance culture. This is an infinite potential opportunity to contribute to a globally recognized brand.

What You'll Do9

  • 1Lead mechanical design analysis and hand calculations for gas turbine components
  • 2Create detailed component definition drawings and model-based definitions
  • 3Support manufacturing processes through interface documentation and tolerances
  • 4Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action teams
  • 5Perform trade studies and generate requirements for optimized hardware designs
  • 6Define engine and rig testing limits and assess test results
  • 7Author technical reports and present data to cross-functional stakeholders
  • 8Develop limit stacks using GD&T and tolerance analysis techniques
  • 9Drive design improvements across compressors combustors turbines and external systems

Requirements8

  • 1Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 2+ years design experience
  • 2Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred
  • 3Expertise with Siemens NX CAD software and GD&T principles
  • 4Proven experience designing gas turbine components including compressors combustors turbines
  • 5Familiarity with engine assembly and testing procedures
  • 6Programming skills in Visual Basic Python PERL C++ and MATLAB
  • 7Strong background in materials structural analysis dynamics and aerothermal methods
  • 8US citizenship required

Salary Insight

$99 - $160k per year

Location

Typepartially
LocationIndianapolis, Indiana

Required Skills

Mechanical DesignAnalysisHand CalculationsTolerance StacksGD&TSiemens NXGas Turbine ComponentsMaterialsStructural AnalysisDynamics
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