Commissioning Engineer Warships - Electrical
Location: Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL1 4SG
Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite
Job Title: Commissioning Engineer Warships - Electrical
Compensation: £39,000 - £48,800 depending on experience + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF72042
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 Engineer Warships - Electrical at our Devonport Royal Dockyard site.
The role
As a Commissioning Engineer Warships - Electrical, you’ll play a key role in bringing complex defence, marine and engineering systems to life. This is an exciting opportunity to ensure the safe, reliable and compliant operation of electrical systems that support the UK’s national defence capability.
Day‑to‑day, you’ll be part of a high‑performing engineering team supporting world‑class, mission‑critical assets. Your work will directly contribute to the security of the nation, while providing you with significant opportunities for personal development, technical growth and long‑term career progression.
* Delivering commissioning activities across electrical systems to ensure they meet operational, safety and regulatory standards.
* Producing, reviewing and managing commissioning documentation and test procedures.
* Collaborating closely with design, quality, engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues.
* Conducting inspections, tests and evaluations to verify system readiness.
* Supporting safety, quality and assurance processes throughout all commissioning stages.
This role is full time, 35 hours per week and is based on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard.
Essential experience of the Commissioning Engineer Warships - Electrical
* Experience delivering commissioning, testing or verification of electrical systems within engineering, marine, defence, nuclear or industrial environments.
* Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, including fault diagnosis and system testing.
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and safety documentation.
* Experience working to regulated or high‑integrity engineering standards.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Qualifications for the Commissioning Engineer Warships - Electrical
* Apprenticeship or equivalent training in an electrical discipline – Essential
* A recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering (HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent) – Desirable
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.
The role requires national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. Eligibility may be affected by place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
What we offer
* Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
* Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
* Employee shopping savings portal
* Payment of professional fees
* Reservists receive 10‑day special paid leave
* Holiday Trading allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or sell up to one working week of annual leave from their entitlement (open February–March annually)
* ‘Be Kind Day’ provides one paid day’s leave per year (or equivalent hours) for volunteering work
We are a disability confident, inclusive employer. If you need reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email careers@babcockinternational.com.
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