Excellent knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of internal combustion engines
Excellent mechanical or electrical knowledge of engines and tools, including their designs, controls, uses, repair, and maintenance, including major engine overhaul and the tune-up of diesel engines and components
Excellent ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills, when problems are very complex
Excellent organizational, planning and follow up skills
Strong oral/written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Self-starter with the strong ability to work extended periods without supervision
Ability and willingness to travel - domestic and international
Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite
Knowledge of MTU products, policies and procedures
Knowledge of physical properties of fuels, coolants and lubricating oils
Knowledge of principles of hydraulics, physics and pneumatics
Maintain detailed records of daily activities in log books
Work Environment:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Daily work is performed in an office environment and outside at customer locations
While performing duties of this position, the employee is occasionally required to stand, kneel, crouch, reach, and / or grasp.
Employees are regularly required to sit and use hands to manipulate small items such as a keyboard or mouse and is frequently required to walk within the work environment.
Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.
Job Category
Engineering for Services
Job Posting Date
09 Jun 2026; 00:06
Pay Range
Benefits
Vision insurance
Additional Information
Job Description
Title: Sr. Service 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.
Key Accountabilities:
Oversee, troubleshoot and determine the cause of very complex product problems and concerns, through failure analysis and research, applying engineering principles
Oversee and perform field inspections of failed parts to identify primary cause and reduce future incidents. Check component parts to assure conformance or non-conformance with specifications
Provide guidance, technical assistance and feedback to MTU designers and engineers on customer problems and needs. Including the design and implementation of experimental hardware
Oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of engines to ensure that parts, engines and equipment are installed and functioning according to MTU America specifications
Train field personnel, staff, OEMs and dealers on product and troubleshooting methods to increase service and support capabilities and provide technical assistance to resolve power train concerns
Verify results and quality of technician's work
Diagnose electronic engine control systems and troubleshoot these systems as they are applied in different applications
Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, write and update service manuals and bulletins, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information, based on field investigations
Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
Conduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation and performance of engines, components, applications and systems. Operate instrumentation and record test data
Design service tools for new and existing products
Keep company property clean, organized and operational
Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Integrity Code.
Perform special projects as required.
Basic Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology and 5 years of failure analysis or service engineering experience with internal combustion engines; or 9 years of failure analysis or service engineering experience with internal combustion engines
To be considered for this role you must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder
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