Role Overview
Babcock International is seeking a Chief Engineer – Propulsion to lead submarine engineering at our Devonport Royal Dockyard and Babcock Technology Centre sites.
Location & Working Arrangements
Location: Bristol, GB
Hybrid working arrangements available
Responsibilities
As the senior propulsion lead you will:
* Hold full technical delegations and act on behalf of the Chief Engineer – Submarines
* Lead the waterfront Assistant Chief Engineer team and influence the safety and performance of the Nuclear Steam Raising Plant (NSRP) and Secondary Propulsion systems during major maintenance periods
* Manage engineering outcomes to meet regulatory and safety standards
* Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies
* Conduct technical reviews and develop repair schemas in alignment with policy
* Drive assurance and acceptance processes with MOD QA and Design Authorities
* Oversee engineering readiness and inspections to ensure delivery excellence
Essential Experience
* Demonstrable experience in submarine engineering and nuclear engineering operations
* Proven leadership in technical risk management and assurance
* Strong stakeholder engagement across MOD and technical authorities
* Experience in managing complex engineering projects
Qualifications
* Level 6 qualification in Engineering
* Chartered Engineer status
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance.
Benefits
* Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
* Digital GP access, annual health check and nutritional consultations via Aviva DigiCare+
* Employee share scheme and shopping savings portal
* Professional fee payment support
* 10‑day special paid leave for reservists
* Holiday trading benefit allowing purchase or sale of up to one working week of annual leave
* ‘Be Kind Day’ paid leave for volunteering work
* Extensive development opportunities and employee assistance programme for wellbeing
Equal Opportunity
Babcock International is a disability‑confident, committed employer. If you have a disability or need reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email careers@babcockinternational.com with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
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