Domestic Quality Engineer at Rolls-Royce

Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Problem Resolution, Quality Governance, Risk Management, 8D Methodology, Lean Manufacturing, Stakeholder Management, AS9100, ISO9001, SAP, Solumina, Human Factors, Quality Auditing, Defect Prevention, Technical Coaching

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Domestic Quality Engineer Solihull Permanent – Full Time We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Domestic Quality Engineer to join the team in Solihull. Why join Rolls-Royce? At 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. As a Domestic Quality Engineer, you will join a collaborative team of Quality Engineers, working closely with Manufacturing and Supply Chain Engineering to provide expert guidance to the Controls Operations Team. What you will be doing: You will champion expected quality behaviours and best-practice techniques including problem resolution, investigation, root cause analysis, containment, and continuous improvement — all to help the business achieve its goals, protect its reputation, and deliver outstanding customer satisfaction. No two days are the same. You will regularly face new challenges and high-pressure situations, supported by the Quality Manager and the wider Manufacturing Operations Team. The consistent objective remains clear: on-time delivery with zero defects, while acting as the professional quality conscience of the organisation and safeguarding the brand. Key Accountabilities Quality Strategy & Governance Support deployment of quality strategies (e.g. Assure, Protect, Enable – APE) to drive business performance and customer satisfaction. Execute governance processes for Quality Notifications (QN), Audit Findings (NCRs), and Investigations to meet KPIs and enhance operational efficiency. Where performance deviates from targets, support the Quality Manager in coaching recovery actions. Problem Resolution & Risk Management Lead intervention activities for significant quality disruptions. Identify, monitor, and mitigate major quality risks. Drive preventative actions to eliminate recurrence of quality issues. Continuous Improvement & Data Insight Manage the Quality Clinic process. Compile and analyse quality data to identify systemic trends and initiate improvement activities. Promote cross-functional best practice sharing and corrective action read-across. Customer & Stakeholder Protection Support Containment Escalation Meetings for critical issues, engaging cross-functional leaders and customers to minimise disruption. Manage and report quality data on behalf of the function. Coach teams on handling high-impact, complex problems and ensure timely completion and verification of corrective and preventative actions. Where required, support external customer interfaces to deliver world-class customer satisfaction. Quality Leadership Lead by example through Right First Time principles. Apply and coach defect-prevention and problem-solving methodologies. Reduce risk from technical, human, and organisational factors across products and processes. Who We’re Looking For: Technical experience in a relevant engineering, manufacturing, or process environment, with a proven track record of resolving complex issues. Self-starter with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work independently to deadlines. Practical experience with problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. 8D, 3C/SiS, Lean) and the ability to coach others. Understanding of Human Factors and their link to Root Cause Analysis. Strong communication and presentation skills, confident influencing stakeholders in challenging environments. Ability to work under pressure, manage ambiguity, and prioritise multiple concurrent tasks. Comfortable constructively challenging non-compliant behaviours. Broad knowledge of Rolls-Royce products across the lifecycle (typically expected). Desirable Knowledge Familiarity with international quality standards such as AS9100, ISO9001, EASA Part 21. Working knowledge of SAP and Solumina for MRP/MES transactions. Regional Benefits Our 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. Generous Annual Leave Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free! Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes 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 15/06/2026 As 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 Quality Posting Date 01 Jun 2026; 00:06 Posting End Date 15 Jun 2026 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.

Responsibilities

The role involves championing quality behaviors and best practices to ensure on-time delivery with zero defects. Key duties include leading problem resolution, managing quality risks, and executing governance processes for quality notifications and audits.