Trainee - Manufacturing Engineer
Rolls-Royce
- Location
- Shanghai
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Entry
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
About this role
Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer Purchase - Graduate Manufacturing Engineering defines the processes that bring our products to life. Manufacturing Engineer Purchase acts as technical authority in our Civil Aerospace global supply chain, to ensure products delivered meeting design definition and on quality, on cost. We engineer, we lead, we deploy from product introduction to production to ensure our customer and business needs are delivered to the highest standard. We are proud to make an impact through our complex, challenging and rewarding work, for our customers, the business, and the world around us. The Graduate program will provide an exciting career development opportunity working in one of the best Aero Engine Company in the world, and access to training resource and supported training plan, which will enable development in both technical and leadership skills, and fast growth in early career path. Key Accountabilities Develop manufacturing process in supply chain to meet design intension and specifications. Work closely with design engineering to ensure parts producibility. Ensure products are made on Quality and on Cost. Take lead in robust Product Introduction process in supply chain, to make sure relevant technical risks are identified and mitigated at earliest point possible, to enable smooth launch of production with minimum risk or disruption. Develop new or improved manufacturing processes, digital systems and technologies to meet current or future requirements. Act as Technical Authority to ensure manufacturing process controls within their area , and any changes does not negatively impact Quality, Cost and Delivery. Drive C ontinuous Improvement in manufacturing process to standardize and to reduce non-value adding activities. Leading Technical Problem solving. Key Experiences and any Qualifications Holding Engineering degree, preferrable in Aerospace, manufacturing/mechanical or material, etc. Proficient in English communication in both spoken and written. General understanding of manufacturing processes . General awareness of Lean production or Six Sigma. About Graduate Training Program First-class training and support Exposure to a range of different challenges and experiences Work on live projects from the start Continue your career as an expert in your field or develop your leadership capability and become one of our future leaders 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 Manufacturing Posting Date 01 Sept 2026; 00:09