Join Our Team as a Senior Structural Engineer!
Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements—talk to your recruiter about the options available for this role.
Salary: Competitive
What You'll Be Doing:
* Conducting analysis and design of complex structures in line with Eurocodes, British Standards, and BAE standards to support submarine construction.
* Applying your expertise in regulations that extend beyond BAE Systems, including LOLER, Codes of Compliance, Weld Specifications, and Geometric Tolerance.
* Utilizing computer-based analytical methods, including finite element analysis and CAD modeling (Abaqus, S-Frame).
* Providing support for the manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling, and installation of submarine structures, modules, and components.
* Contributing in a fast-paced environment by applying knowledge of facility and site constraints related to shipping, handling, alignment, and installation of hull units and large equipment.
* Assisting in the development of concept drawings, layouts, and other technical deliverables, ensuring alignment with project schedules, targets, and budget constraints.
Your Skills and Experiences:
Essential:
* Engineering Degree (BEng/MEng or equivalent) or HND with extensive experience in Civil/Mechanical/Structural Engineering.
* Experience in Hand Analysis and Design Techniques, including report writing.
* Understanding of Eurocodes and British Standards.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering, structural steelwork, and lifting handling (LOLER).
Desirable:
* Previous experience in a production environment; marine production experience is a plus.
* Working knowledge of ABAQUS, S-Frame, MathCAD, and Excel.
Benefits:
In addition to a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers:
* Employee share plans
* An extensive range of flexible, discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
* A green car scheme
* Private health plans
* Shopping discounts
* Eligibility for an annual incentive
The Production Engineering Department Team:
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team of designers and engineers. You'll play a crucial role in conducting engineering assessments to support the build process, working closely with the design team to develop equipment and provide operational support for safety-critical systems. We also offer relocation support across all submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
Why BAE Systems?
This is your chance to make a real difference! Join an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, 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.
Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. 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.
Closing Date: 31st October 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please submit your application as early as possible!