Job Title: Nuclear Commissioning Project Leader – Mechanical
Location: Barrow-In-Furness – Onsite
Salary: Competitive
What You’ll Be Doing:
Join us in a pivotal role where you will:
* Drive the delivery of the test and commissioning plan.
* Support a dynamic team of nuclear mechanical commissioning engineers.
* Collaborate with the Reactor Test Group (RTG) to authorize test documentation.
* Act as an Authorised Person in the permit to work process.
* Review engineering outputs and documents for quality assurance.
* Embed learning from experience (LFE) into our processes.
Your Skills and Experiences:
Essential:
* Degree/HNC/HND in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
* Understanding of Nuclear Systems and their testing and commissioning.
* Knowledge of overall submarine systems and their operation.
* Experience in supporting and coaching diverse teams in complex environments.
* Proficiency with IT systems and software (Microsoft products).
* Ability to plan test and commissioning programmes effectively.
Desirable:
* Excellent mentorship and development skills.
* Cat B Nuclear Operator or relevant nuclear industry experience (ideally from a nuclear steam raising plant).
* Experience with nuclear licensed or COMAH sites.
* Experience in embedding Learning from Experience (LFE).
Benefits:
We offer a competitive pension scheme along with a variety of employee share plans. Enjoy an extensive range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including:
* Green car scheme
* Private health plans
* Shopping discounts
You may also be eligible for an annual incentive!
The RTS Commissioning Team:
As a Commissioning Project Lead – Mechanical, you will plan and manage a test section and all associated activities. This role is part of a broader test & commissioning (T&C) programme, involving major engineering systems and commissioning disciplines. You will:
* Be involved in embedding LFE into the programme.
* Contribute to the realization of the test commissioning strategy.
* Lead a diverse group of Commissioning Engineers, offering a broad range of technical skills on a unique project that is part of a national endeavor.
We also provide relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
Why BAE Systems?
At BAE Systems, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference. Join an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and empowers you to fulfill your 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, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as your nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain roles. All applicants must achieve a minimum of Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.
Closing Date:
17th March 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible!
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