Job Title: Commissioning Mechanical Test Engineer
Location: Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute
Compensation: £40, - £52, + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF
Lead Precision in Submarine Engineering
At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Commissioning Mechanical Test Engineer at our HMNB Clyde Faslane site.
The role
As a Commissioning Mechanical Test Engineer, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. You’ll be at the heart of one of the UK’s most critical defence programmes. You’ll ensure submarine systems are tested, calibrated, and commissioned to exacting standards - directly supporting operational readiness and national security.
Day-to-day you’ll be:
1. Conducting mechanical testing, calibration, and commissioning tasks on submarine systems
2. Supporting the Senior Test Engineer to optimise team performance and resource use
3. Applying safety, quality, and environmental policies during all commissioning activities
4. Reviewing engineering documentation and contributing to technical problem-solving
5. Engaging with contractors and internal teams to manage risks and meet commissioning goals
This role is full time, 36 hours per week Monday to Thursday and is based on site at HMNB Clyde Faslane.
Essential experience of the Commissioning Mechanical Test Engineer
6. Proven experience in mechanical commissioning and testing
7. Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in high-stakes environments
8. Strong understanding of safety and quality standards
9. Experience working with multidisciplinary teams
10. Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Qualifications for the Commissioning Mechanical Test Engineer
11. Recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship (or equivalent), with demonstrable industry experience.
12. HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), supported by relevant practical experience.
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at .
What we offer
13. Generous holiday allowance
14. Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
15. Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
16. Employee share scheme
17. Employee shopping savings portal
18. Payment of Professional Fees
19. Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
20. Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.
21. ‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
22. Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.