Product Definition Engineer

Job Title: Product Definition Engineer

Working Pattern: Full time

Working location: Indianapolis, IN./Hybrid (3 days onsite on avg.)

Relocation assistance is not being provided for this opportunity at this time.

Global Grade/Level: GG9

Why 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 create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.

You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. 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.

Position Summary

As a Product Definition Engineer your main task will be to produce and (where adequate capability has been demonstrated) check Component definitions (such as Model Based Definitions - MBDs) in line with Engineering Standards to meet design intent, satisfying fit, form and function of the component whilst optimizing for manufacture.

What you will be doing

Our Product Definition Engineers will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality 3D models through geometry creation and manipulation, as well as performing tolerance stacks, applying the right standards, and ensuring component producibility.

• Deliver world class drawings and Model Based Definitions with clear and correct GD&T and PMI.
• Work on a team with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and suppliers.
• Work within a cross-functional team supporting these deliverables.
• Support the delivery of DD&I Automation Strategy (including Model Based Definition and High Value Digital Design).
• Actively promote, encourage and support the identification and implementation of continuous improvement (of tools, processes, methods and guidance material).

Basic Requirements:

• Associates degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with 3+ years of experience; OR,
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with 1+ years of experience; OR,
• Master's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology; OR,
• PhD in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience in CAD modeling (Siemens NX), product lifecycle management (PLM) software (Teamcenter), and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T drawing standards per ASME Y14.5M and/or ISO) is essential for this role.
• Highly numerate with good technical and analytical skills, problem-solving ability and capable of systems level thinking.
• Have appropriate engineering experience in conceptual and detail design, detail definition methods and a good understanding of manufacturing techniques.

Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

Our 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.

Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. 

Infinite Potential

Closing Date: 08/07/2026

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Mechanical Systems22 Jul 2026; 00:07$78,918 - $128,242-AnnuallyIndianapolis, IN

Benefits

Rolls-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. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.