Job Description

Title: Sr. Applications Engineer

Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.

Position Summary:

This position performs engineering work related to researching, designing, and developing products, components, or portion of major projects.  This position is crucial in interpreting and calculating equations efficiently and effectively.

Key Accountabilities: 

Manage product design and development for new or existing productsSpecify, size, and select subsystem components for power systems designs according to Engineering GuidelinesSelects correct design concepts and fundamental technology used for new products or improvement for existing productsTest and validate top level power systems as well as sub-level power system componentsReview and verify product performance via testingAssess reliability performance of product versus requirementAnalyzes proposals submitted to determine if benefit derived and possible applications justify expendituresCompletes work according to standard engineering principles and practicesResponsible to follow the company ERP procedures and maintenance as documentedResponsible to follow the company quality management procedures as documentedPromote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct.Perform special projects as required

Basic Requirements: 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this timeBachelor’s Degree in the Automotive, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering plus 5 years’ experience in Automotive, Mechanical or Electrical engineering or 9 years Automotive, Mechanical, or Electrical engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with any of the following systems: automotive, power generation, energy storageExcellent analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent organizational, planning and follow-up skillsStrong project management experienceStrong interpersonal skillsStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong presentation skillsProficient with PC and MS Office Suite

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

At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference. 

Job CategoryValidation and Verification
Job Posting Date07 Jan 2026; 00:01
Pay Range$100,083 - $162,635-Annually

Location:

Novi, MI

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.