Join Our Team as a Nuclear Commissioning Project Leader – Mechanical!
Location: Barrow-In-Furness (On-site)
Salary: Competitive
What You’ll Be Doing
As a key player in our team, you will:
* Drive the delivery of the test and commissioning plan.
* Support a talented team of nuclear mechanical commissioning engineers.
* Collaborate with the Reactor Test Group (RTG), authorizing a suite of test documentation.
* Act as an Authorised Person in the permit to work process.
* Review engineering outputs and documents to ensure quality.
* Embed learning from experience (LFE) into our processes.
Your Skills and Experiences
Essential:
* A degree, HNC, or HND in an engineering discipline, or equivalent experience.
* A solid understanding of nuclear systems and their testing and commissioning.
* Knowledge of overall submarine systems and their operation.
* Experience in supporting and coaching a diverse team in complex environments.
* Proficiency with IT systems and software (especially Microsoft products).
* Experience in planning test and commissioning programmes.
Desirable:
* Exceptional 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).
Why Join Us?
At BAE Systems, we believe in rewarding your hard work and dedication. Our benefits include:
* A competitive pension scheme.
* Employee share plans.
* An extensive range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits.
* Access to a green car scheme and private health plans.
* Shopping discounts and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.
About the RTS Commissioning Team
In your role as a Commissioning Project Lead – Mechanical, you will:
* Plan and manage a test section and all associated activities.
* Deliver as part of a wider test & commissioning programme involving major engineering systems.
* Contribute to the realization of our test commissioning strategy.
* Lead a diverse group of Commissioning Engineers, sharing your technical expertise on a unique project that is part of a national endeavor.
We also offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
Why BAE Systems?
This is your chance to make a real difference! Join us in an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity and merit. We empower you to fulfill your potential and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Important Information:
Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. This means that factors such as your nationality and place of birth may affect your eligibility for certain roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and many roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, typically necessitating 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK.
Closing Date: 2nd February 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
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