Join Us as a Principal Mechanical Engineer!
Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a variety of hybrid and flexible working arrangements—talk to your recruiter about the options available for this role.
Salary: Circa £55k
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will be at the forefront of innovation, contributing to the design of the next generation of Royal Navy submarines. Your responsibilities will include:
* Designing multiple platform systems, sub-systems, and equipment.
* Conducting functional design activities, modeling, and analysis.
* Producing design documentation, Verification & Validation evidence, and safety justifications.
* Collaborating with suppliers for specification qualification and procurement of components.
* Engaging with stakeholders across cross-functional project teams.
* Driving engineering governance through peer and design reviews.
Your Skills and Experiences:
Essential:
* Proven capability in system lifecycle delivery—from concept to commissioning.
* Demonstrated leadership through technical direction, mentoring, or project ownership.
* Degree-level qualification or Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it).
* Mechanical Engineering background in Rotator Machinery, Components, or Fluid Dynamics.
Desirable:
* Knowledge of platform-level constraints such as noise, shock, or survivability.
* Experience integrating purification systems with submarine life-support, HVAC, and emergency protocols.
* Design experience in gas scrubbing, filtration, and environmental control systems in complex, safety-critical environments.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive pension scheme along with:
* Employee share plans.
* An extensive range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits.
* A green car scheme and private health plans.
* Shopping discounts and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.
The Mechanical Engineering Team:
As a Lead Mechanical Engineer focusing on Air Purification Systems, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing submarine Air Purification and Atmosphere Monitoring systems. This includes system-level design, technical leadership, supplier engagement, and the chance to influence design architecture across a major submarine program. Relocation support packages are available for eligible candidates.
Why BAE Systems?
At BAE Systems, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference. Join an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to reach your full potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and strive to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessments, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Important Note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain positions. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.
Closing Date: 18th February 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please submit your application as soon as possible!
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