Join Our Team as a Senior Structural Engineer!
Location: Barrow-in-Furness
We believe in flexibility! Explore our hybrid and flexible working arrangements—just ask your recruiter about the options available for this role.
Salary: Competitive
Your Mission:
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of submarine construction. Here’s what you’ll be doing:
* Conducting analysis and designing complex structures in line with Eurocodes, British Standards, and BAE standards.
* Applying your expertise in regulations that go beyond BAE Systems, including LOLER, Codes of Compliance, and Weld Specifications.
* Utilizing advanced analytical methods such as finite element analysis and CAD modeling (Abaqus, S-Frame).
* Supporting the manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling, and installation of submarine structures and components.
* Thriving in a fast-paced environment by leveraging your knowledge of facility and site constraints.
* Assisting in the development of concept drawings and technical deliverables, ensuring alignment with project schedules and budgets.
Your Skills and Experience:
Essential:
* BEng/MEng in Engineering or equivalent, or HND with extensive experience in Civil/Mechanical/Structural Engineering.
* Experience in Hand Analysis and Design Techniques, including Report Writing.
* Strong understanding of Eurocodes and British Standards.
* Solid knowledge of mechanical engineering, structural steelwork, and lifting handling (LOLER).
Desirable:
* Experience in a production environment, particularly in marine production.
* Familiarity with ABAQUS, S-Frame, MathCAD, and Excel.
What We Offer:
At BAE Systems, we value our employees. Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, and a wide range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits. This includes a green car scheme, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive!
About Our Team:
As part of the Production Engineering Department, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of designers and engineers. You’ll be instrumental in conducting engineering assessments that support our build process, ensuring the delivery of safety-critical systems. Plus, we offer relocation support for eligible candidates across all submarine roles.
Why Choose BAE Systems?
Join us and make a real difference! We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity. Here, you’ll be empowered to reach your full potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to making our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Important Information:
Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain positions. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with some roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.
Closing Date: 4th March 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—submit your application as soon as possible!
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