Principal Structural Mechanical Engineer JOB LOCATION: Stevenage SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 12+ Months (Possible Extension) WORK PATTERN: Min 4 Days a Week on Site; Possibly 1 Remote - Compressed Week Potentially Available. PAY RATE: £ 50 Per Hour Umbrella Inside IR35 Essential QUALIFICATIONS Ideally degree qualified; STEM subjects. TARGET INDUSTRIES AND COMPANIES. Is Defence a must? If not what industries can be considered Ideally Def/Aero background. Open to others if skillset matches. Essential Skillset & Tools Alter FE toolset; experience in alternative FE codes would be considered (). As Seen on JD. Overview: The Mechanical Analysis Group are looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to join its team in Stevenage. The group consists of over fifty engineers working across a wide spectrum of cutting-edge military systems. Responsibilities : Working for an internationally recognised company, you will play a critical role in ensuring that products deliver the necessary performance against key structural requirements. Skillset/Experience Required : Degree qualified in a STEM subject. Proven ability to carry out structural analysis through the application of hand calculations and Finite Element (FE) methods. Proven experience in the Altair FE toolset is preferred, although experience in alternative FE codes such as NASTRAN, ANSYS etc. will be considered. Experience in one or more of the following areas: Static, dynamic, fatigue analysis; Metallic/composite analysis; Finite Element optimisation & Design of Experiments; Assessment of mechanisms and multi body dynamics; Crash analysis. Ability to make quick/simple assessments to progress design activities in an efficient manner. Self-motivated individuals, who are great problem solvers and are able to take responsibility for complex structural analysis tasks. Can work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, as well as independently. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to network and influence internal and external customers. Relevant experience in an equivalent or comparable industry would be advantageous.
Mar 10, 2026
Contractor
Principal Structural Mechanical Engineer JOB LOCATION: Stevenage SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 12+ Months (Possible Extension) WORK PATTERN: Min 4 Days a Week on Site; Possibly 1 Remote - Compressed Week Potentially Available. PAY RATE: £ 50 Per Hour Umbrella Inside IR35 Essential QUALIFICATIONS Ideally degree qualified; STEM subjects. TARGET INDUSTRIES AND COMPANIES. Is Defence a must? If not what industries can be considered Ideally Def/Aero background. Open to others if skillset matches. Essential Skillset & Tools Alter FE toolset; experience in alternative FE codes would be considered (). As Seen on JD. Overview: The Mechanical Analysis Group are looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to join its team in Stevenage. The group consists of over fifty engineers working across a wide spectrum of cutting-edge military systems. Responsibilities : Working for an internationally recognised company, you will play a critical role in ensuring that products deliver the necessary performance against key structural requirements. Skillset/Experience Required : Degree qualified in a STEM subject. Proven ability to carry out structural analysis through the application of hand calculations and Finite Element (FE) methods. Proven experience in the Altair FE toolset is preferred, although experience in alternative FE codes such as NASTRAN, ANSYS etc. will be considered. Experience in one or more of the following areas: Static, dynamic, fatigue analysis; Metallic/composite analysis; Finite Element optimisation & Design of Experiments; Assessment of mechanisms and multi body dynamics; Crash analysis. Ability to make quick/simple assessments to progress design activities in an efficient manner. Self-motivated individuals, who are great problem solvers and are able to take responsibility for complex structural analysis tasks. Can work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, as well as independently. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to network and influence internal and external customers. Relevant experience in an equivalent or comparable industry would be advantageous.
You will shape mechanical solutions that influence critical systems across their full life cycle, giving you the scope to apply your judgement and progress your technical leadership. This role offers the stability of long-term programmes with the freedom to take ownership of challenging design decisions. Who we are looking for • Eligibility for security clearance.• Strong mechanical design expertise across concept, development and in-service stages.• Experience leading technical work within multi-disciplinary environments.• Ability to engage suppliers and contribute to structured design reviews. Salary and rewards £50,000 per year. What you will be doing • Leading mechanical design activities that support products from early concepts through to in-service operation.• Guiding design maturity to meet performance, safety, cost and schedule requirements.• Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, quality and supply chain teams to resolve complex technical issues.• Supporting proving and qualification activities to demonstrate compliance with demanding standards.• Contributing to design decisions that shape long-term system performance. Your experience • Mechanical engineering qualification or equivalent industry experience.• Ability to lead design packages and coordinate inputs from multiple disciplines.• Strong understanding of design methodologies including DFMEA, DFA and DFM.• Experience mentoring colleagues and supporting structured decision making.• Familiarity with CAD or CAE tools.• Understanding of structural, thermal or dynamic analysis is advantageous. Why you will enjoy working here You will enjoy practical benefits including company performance bonus, paid overtime options, flexi leave of up to 15 days, flexible working arrangements and structured training and development. Where you will work Hertfordshire, hybrid working.Share your profile to arrange a short confidential call this week. You will be represented by a specialist technical recruiter who will guide you through each stage of the process. This is a permanent role. Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to high technology industries. Thank you for your interest. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You may resubmit your CV or details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability then.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
You will shape mechanical solutions that influence critical systems across their full life cycle, giving you the scope to apply your judgement and progress your technical leadership. This role offers the stability of long-term programmes with the freedom to take ownership of challenging design decisions. Who we are looking for • Eligibility for security clearance.• Strong mechanical design expertise across concept, development and in-service stages.• Experience leading technical work within multi-disciplinary environments.• Ability to engage suppliers and contribute to structured design reviews. Salary and rewards £50,000 per year. What you will be doing • Leading mechanical design activities that support products from early concepts through to in-service operation.• Guiding design maturity to meet performance, safety, cost and schedule requirements.• Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, quality and supply chain teams to resolve complex technical issues.• Supporting proving and qualification activities to demonstrate compliance with demanding standards.• Contributing to design decisions that shape long-term system performance. Your experience • Mechanical engineering qualification or equivalent industry experience.• Ability to lead design packages and coordinate inputs from multiple disciplines.• Strong understanding of design methodologies including DFMEA, DFA and DFM.• Experience mentoring colleagues and supporting structured decision making.• Familiarity with CAD or CAE tools.• Understanding of structural, thermal or dynamic analysis is advantageous. Why you will enjoy working here You will enjoy practical benefits including company performance bonus, paid overtime options, flexi leave of up to 15 days, flexible working arrangements and structured training and development. Where you will work Hertfordshire, hybrid working.Share your profile to arrange a short confidential call this week. You will be represented by a specialist technical recruiter who will guide you through each stage of the process. This is a permanent role. Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to high technology industries. Thank you for your interest. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You may resubmit your CV or details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability then.
Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Ashford, Kent
Step into a pivotal role at Stantec where your technical mastery meets the front lines of the challenges facing the water industry today. As a Principal Mechanical Engineer within our South of England Water team, you will be leading the design of mechanical systems that ensure water security and environmental resilience for water companies across the UK and Ireland. Whether you choose to base yourself in Brighton, Ashford, Kings Hill, or Southampton, you are joining a consultancy at the peak of its growth, offering you a high visibility platform to sharpen your expertise and lead complex, multi-million pound frameworks. This position is designed for a technical specialist who thrives on the intricate details of the entire asset lifecycle. You will own the process from initial feasibility studies and rigorous optioneering through to the precision of detailed design and on site construction support. Your day to day will involve conducting deep dive site surveys and investigations to ensure our engineering solutions are both innovative and robust. You will find yourself at the heart of cutting edge mechanical design, solving unique efficiency challenges that directly impact our local communities. Beyond the technical drafting and specification, this role serves as a cornerstone for professional development and mentorship. You will act as the primary technical conduit between project managers, supply chain partners, and contractors, ensuring that sophisticated mechanical requirements are translated into successful, real world outcomes. As you guide less experienced engineers through the nuances of the water business, you will find a clear and supported path for your own career progression. At Stantec, your growth is fuelled by a collaborative culture and the opportunity to leave a tangible, sustainable legacy across the UK's water infrastructure. For more information on our Water teams, please see Stantec Water About You You will be an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related subject, ideally holding Chartership (or be on route to Chartership), with experience in mechanical design. Your experience will include producing technical outputs such as design specifications, sizing & designing pumping systems & aeration systems, schedules, reports and familiar with collaborative planning reviews and designs of solutions. You will be able to provide engineering input design outputs in collaboration with other disciplines, such as General Arrangement Drawings, 3D models and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams. Finally, experience of mentoring junior engineers or managing a Mechanical team will be advantageous, though not essential to the role. Why Join us? Our People Culture: We're a close knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment Awards: Stantec were awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work - Large Consulting Firms at the NCE awards as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world. Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more. Flexible working arrangements Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions To hear what some of our employees say about life at Stantec, please click on My Stantec Stories About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact and we will talk to you about how we can support you. ReqID: 8397
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Step into a pivotal role at Stantec where your technical mastery meets the front lines of the challenges facing the water industry today. As a Principal Mechanical Engineer within our South of England Water team, you will be leading the design of mechanical systems that ensure water security and environmental resilience for water companies across the UK and Ireland. Whether you choose to base yourself in Brighton, Ashford, Kings Hill, or Southampton, you are joining a consultancy at the peak of its growth, offering you a high visibility platform to sharpen your expertise and lead complex, multi-million pound frameworks. This position is designed for a technical specialist who thrives on the intricate details of the entire asset lifecycle. You will own the process from initial feasibility studies and rigorous optioneering through to the precision of detailed design and on site construction support. Your day to day will involve conducting deep dive site surveys and investigations to ensure our engineering solutions are both innovative and robust. You will find yourself at the heart of cutting edge mechanical design, solving unique efficiency challenges that directly impact our local communities. Beyond the technical drafting and specification, this role serves as a cornerstone for professional development and mentorship. You will act as the primary technical conduit between project managers, supply chain partners, and contractors, ensuring that sophisticated mechanical requirements are translated into successful, real world outcomes. As you guide less experienced engineers through the nuances of the water business, you will find a clear and supported path for your own career progression. At Stantec, your growth is fuelled by a collaborative culture and the opportunity to leave a tangible, sustainable legacy across the UK's water infrastructure. For more information on our Water teams, please see Stantec Water About You You will be an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related subject, ideally holding Chartership (or be on route to Chartership), with experience in mechanical design. Your experience will include producing technical outputs such as design specifications, sizing & designing pumping systems & aeration systems, schedules, reports and familiar with collaborative planning reviews and designs of solutions. You will be able to provide engineering input design outputs in collaboration with other disciplines, such as General Arrangement Drawings, 3D models and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams. Finally, experience of mentoring junior engineers or managing a Mechanical team will be advantageous, though not essential to the role. Why Join us? Our People Culture: We're a close knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment Awards: Stantec were awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work - Large Consulting Firms at the NCE awards as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world. Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more. Flexible working arrangements Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions To hear what some of our employees say about life at Stantec, please click on My Stantec Stories About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact and we will talk to you about how we can support you. ReqID: 8397
Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Ashford, Kent
A leading consultancy in water engineering is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead design projects that enhance water security across the UK and Ireland. The role involves ownership of the entire asset lifecycle from feasibility studies to detailed design. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in mechanical design, particularly in pumping and aeration systems. The position offers excellent professional development opportunities within a collaborative culture in locations like Ashford and Brighton.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
A leading consultancy in water engineering is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead design projects that enhance water security across the UK and Ireland. The role involves ownership of the entire asset lifecycle from feasibility studies to detailed design. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in mechanical design, particularly in pumping and aeration systems. The position offers excellent professional development opportunities within a collaborative culture in locations like Ashford and Brighton.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Nuclear Substantiation (Site) Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience What you'll be doing: Authoring and managing nuclear site assets' design substantiation documentation supporting the site nuclear safety case Reviewing analyses , assessments, and calculations supporting nuclear design substantiation Supporting periodic review of safety Taking ownership of deliverables, and demonstrating high levels of autonomy and leadership Supporting the implementation of design substantiation requirements Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including Site Safety Case, Human Factors, and Engineering Authority Teams Support in the development of other Nuclear Substantiation team members Collaborating with the wider business on site assets nuclear design substantiation related activities Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of the nuclear industry and nuclear safety regulations Degree qualified in a STEM subject or equivalent working experience. Ability to produce high quality technical reports Determined in driving all deliverable and associated activities through due process to completion Excellent stakeholder management Desirable: Broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines Chartered Engineer from the Engineering Council and a member of a relevant professional body Nuclear design substantiation analysis and assessment exposure/experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Site Engineering - Nuclear Substantiation team: You will be joining a key team with some great development opportunities both in the technical and managerial streams. Native to the team, there are opportunities to get involved in the design substantiation and safety justification of a variety of site assets and facilities spanning mechanical, civil and structural, and electrical, in addition to getting in involved in finite element analysis and simulation using the latest cutting-edge tools and techniques. This also involves regular interaction and joint working with the Engineering Authority, Site Specialist Engineers, Site Safety Case, Human Factors, as well as Boat Services and Boat Build functions delivering an exceptionally varied and diverse scope. This interaction offers plenty of development opportunities both in terms of formal secondments and informal extended collaboration to suite you and your career aspirations. This could be an exciting and fulfilling opportunity waiting for you at the Nuclear Substantiation and Analysis team - SEA (DDC) at BAE Systems. Apply today to see how far you can go. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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Manchester, Lancashire
A leading consultancy is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Manchester. This role involves acting as a technical lead for mechanical design while mentoring junior engineers. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary of £70-80k, alongside generous benefits including private medical insurance, a pension scheme, and training opportunities. Candidates should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have a strong background in the water industry.
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
A leading consultancy is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Manchester. This role involves acting as a technical lead for mechanical design while mentoring junior engineers. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary of £70-80k, alongside generous benefits including private medical insurance, a pension scheme, and training opportunities. Candidates should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have a strong background in the water industry.
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Derby, Derbyshire Up to £75,000 + Benefits (flexible) The position will suit an experienced mechanical design engineer looking for an opportunity to develop their career within a fast-paced organisation at the cutting edge of engine design and development. You will be responsible for the concept design, development and delivery of hydrogen and diesel engine / powertrain systems and components from concept to launch. You will also ensure robust system/component regulations, quality, cost and timing requirements are met. As a principal engineer you will lead a small team and be required to mentor and develop the engineers utilising your wealth of experience with engine / powertrain technologies. The Role: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer You will be responsible for: End-to-end mechanical design engineering activities (research, concept, 3D design, delivery and launch) relating to engine design, for example; Valvetrain design (DOHC / SOHC), Timing gear systems, Crankcase ventilation (CCV), Aftertreatment systems (e.g., DEF / SCR), Fuel systems, including hydrogen experience, Air handling systems (e.g., intake manifolds, throttle bodies) Supporting in-house quality, manufacturing and service teams in resolving complex technical issues that lead to engineering change Creating clean sheet concept designs from first principles. Plan and execute Proof-of-Concept assessment either through test campaign, and/or first principle analysis and simulation Supporting product development, ensuring design for assembly and achieving quality in design. Creating engine system and component specifications and designs based on agreed requirements with key stakeholders. Assisting with the development of engine system and component FMEAs and DVPs, Coordinate and supervise DVP activities (e.g. analytical, simulation, and rig/engine/machine testing) Resolving engineering issues using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. Global 8D, DMAIC) Supporting suppliers via APQP process; deliver prototypes and PPAP parts to schedule and fulfil quality and performance requirements Skills / knowledge required: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer A degree in a mechanical engineering discipline, with a sound understanding of fundamental Mechanical Engineering principles A sound grasp of engine product development cycle and expertise in engine system and component specification, design, development and sign-off Broad understanding of dynamic, reciprocating/rotating systems. Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels Demonstratable proficiency in use of 2D drawing and 3D Modelling packages with knowledge of mechanical engineering GD&T and manufacturing processes. (NX, Creo, Catia, SolidWorks etc) Ability to lead projects and mentor/support junior engineers in the team Knowledge of engine cooling, thermodynamics, induction systems would be beneficial The company offers excellent training and development with fantastic benefits including bonus, pension, health and 33 days holiday coupled with up to relocation and support with visa applications. This is a full-time, office-based role in Derbyshire, UK. Relocation and visa sponsorship can be considered for the right candidate. Commutable from: Rocester, Stoke-on-Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Birmingham, Uttoxeter, Stafford, Burton-on-Trent.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Derby, Derbyshire Up to £75,000 + Benefits (flexible) The position will suit an experienced mechanical design engineer looking for an opportunity to develop their career within a fast-paced organisation at the cutting edge of engine design and development. You will be responsible for the concept design, development and delivery of hydrogen and diesel engine / powertrain systems and components from concept to launch. You will also ensure robust system/component regulations, quality, cost and timing requirements are met. As a principal engineer you will lead a small team and be required to mentor and develop the engineers utilising your wealth of experience with engine / powertrain technologies. The Role: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer You will be responsible for: End-to-end mechanical design engineering activities (research, concept, 3D design, delivery and launch) relating to engine design, for example; Valvetrain design (DOHC / SOHC), Timing gear systems, Crankcase ventilation (CCV), Aftertreatment systems (e.g., DEF / SCR), Fuel systems, including hydrogen experience, Air handling systems (e.g., intake manifolds, throttle bodies) Supporting in-house quality, manufacturing and service teams in resolving complex technical issues that lead to engineering change Creating clean sheet concept designs from first principles. Plan and execute Proof-of-Concept assessment either through test campaign, and/or first principle analysis and simulation Supporting product development, ensuring design for assembly and achieving quality in design. Creating engine system and component specifications and designs based on agreed requirements with key stakeholders. Assisting with the development of engine system and component FMEAs and DVPs, Coordinate and supervise DVP activities (e.g. analytical, simulation, and rig/engine/machine testing) Resolving engineering issues using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. Global 8D, DMAIC) Supporting suppliers via APQP process; deliver prototypes and PPAP parts to schedule and fulfil quality and performance requirements Skills / knowledge required: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer A degree in a mechanical engineering discipline, with a sound understanding of fundamental Mechanical Engineering principles A sound grasp of engine product development cycle and expertise in engine system and component specification, design, development and sign-off Broad understanding of dynamic, reciprocating/rotating systems. Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels Demonstratable proficiency in use of 2D drawing and 3D Modelling packages with knowledge of mechanical engineering GD&T and manufacturing processes. (NX, Creo, Catia, SolidWorks etc) Ability to lead projects and mentor/support junior engineers in the team Knowledge of engine cooling, thermodynamics, induction systems would be beneficial The company offers excellent training and development with fantastic benefits including bonus, pension, health and 33 days holiday coupled with up to relocation and support with visa applications. This is a full-time, office-based role in Derbyshire, UK. Relocation and visa sponsorship can be considered for the right candidate. Commutable from: Rocester, Stoke-on-Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Birmingham, Uttoxeter, Stafford, Burton-on-Trent.
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require a full-time presence on-site Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required Your skills and experiences: Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects Be able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations Be proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Platform Systems team: Being part of a team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. It's a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great opportunity career development. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role Salary: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: As a Lead Principal Engineer within the SSNA Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team (IDT), you will play a key leadership role in delivering engineering scope across a complex and fast-paced submarine programme. You'll take ownership of multiple systems, provide technical assurance, and collaborate across disciplines to drive delivery forward. Leading the delivery of assigned engineering scope, ensuring quality and timely outputs across design, integration, and qualification Overseeing technical ownership of several mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with system requirements and effective collaboration across interface areas Producing engineering artifacts, including documentation, calculations and performing simulation/analysis. Managing task allocation and progress tracking through structured tools (Jira/Confluence), ensuring alignment with programme milestones, cost, and schedule expectations Coaching and supporting engineers at all levels - from graduates to senior professionals - to grow technical capability and confidence Working closely with peers, suppliers, and wider functional stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain delivery momentum Reviewing technical documentation, supporting hazard assessments, and managing change control with sound engineering judgement Proactively identifying and addressing shortfalls in delivery, documentation or process - embedding a culture of openness, improvement, and accountability Your skills and experiences: We're looking for someone who can confidently lead engineering work packages while mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative delivery culture. You should have: A proven track record of delivering complex mechanical or multi-disciplinary engineering tasks in a regulated environment Experience mentoring or coaching engineers to support technical and professional growth Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to lead conversations, challenge constructively, and build strong working relationships The ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, project, safety, ILS and supply chain functions Familiarity with task and documentation management tools such as Jira and Confluence Working toward or already professionally registered (CEng strongly preferred) A STEM-related degree (or equivalent experience) with strong foundations in systems thinking and platform-level integration Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Platform Mechanical team: You'll join the Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team - a dynamic, collaborative engineering group working at the forefront of submarine platform development. The team brings together engineers from across disciplines, career levels, and partner organisations to deliver critical mechanical capability. Through close engagement with suppliers, systems engineers, and programme stakeholders, you'll play a central role in shaping high-integrity technical solutions, supporting team development, and ensuring delivery remains aligned with the wider programme plan and budget. We have multiple roles available & will be offering positions within the following disciplines; Air Purification & Atmosphere Monitoring, Trim & Compensation, Hydraulics, Air Movement & HVAC, and Cooling. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 31st March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role Salary: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: As a Lead Principal Engineer within the SSNA Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team (IDT), you will play a key leadership role in delivering engineering scope across a complex and fast-paced submarine programme. You'll take ownership of multiple systems, provide technical assurance, and collaborate across disciplines to drive delivery forward. Leading the delivery of assigned engineering scope, ensuring quality and timely outputs across design, integration, and qualification Overseeing technical ownership of several mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with system requirements and effective collaboration across interface areas Producing engineering artifacts, including documentation, calculations and performing simulation/analysis. Managing task allocation and progress tracking through structured tools (Jira/Confluence), ensuring alignment with programme milestones, cost, and schedule expectations Coaching and supporting engineers at all levels - from graduates to senior professionals - to grow technical capability and confidence Working closely with peers, suppliers, and wider functional stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain delivery momentum Reviewing technical documentation, supporting hazard assessments, and managing change control with sound engineering judgement Proactively identifying and addressing shortfalls in delivery, documentation or process - embedding a culture of openness, improvement, and accountability Your skills and experiences: We're looking for someone who can confidently lead engineering work packages while mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative delivery culture. You should have: A proven track record of delivering complex mechanical or multi-disciplinary engineering tasks in a regulated environment Experience mentoring or coaching engineers to support technical and professional growth Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to lead conversations, challenge constructively, and build strong working relationships The ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, project, safety, ILS and supply chain functions Familiarity with task and documentation management tools such as Jira and Confluence Working toward or already professionally registered (CEng strongly preferred) A STEM-related degree (or equivalent experience) with strong foundations in systems thinking and platform-level integration Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Platform Mechanical team: You'll join the Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team - a dynamic, collaborative engineering group working at the forefront of submarine platform development. The team brings together engineers from across disciplines, career levels, and partner organisations to deliver critical mechanical capability. Through close engagement with suppliers, systems engineers, and programme stakeholders, you'll play a central role in shaping high-integrity technical solutions, supporting team development, and ensuring delivery remains aligned with the wider programme plan and budget. We have multiple roles available & will be offering positions within the following disciplines; Air Purification & Atmosphere Monitoring, Trim & Compensation, Hydraulics, Air Movement & HVAC, and Cooling. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 31st March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
