Engineer - Weights Engineering

ZipRecruiter; Dalton-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense sector seeks a Weights Engineer to manage weight estimations and surveys for submarine programs. The role involves using CAD systems and supervising weight events, with opportunities for hybrid working arrangements. Candidates should have a technology-based degree and experience with data handling tools like Excel, VBA, and Python. The company promotes an inclusive culture and offers various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Degree in a technology-based discipline required.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel for large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Utilising CAD systems for detailed weight estimations.
• Managing and supervising weight events at Barrow-in-Furness.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in a technology-based discipline

Tools

VBA

Python

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Weights Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Circa £37,000 depending on skills and experience.

What you’ll be doing:

• You will be utilising CAD systems to produce detailed weight estimations.
• Be responsible for undertaking submarine unit surveys.
• Undertaking physical weights on supplier sites.
• You will be managing and supervising weight events at our Barrow-in-Furness site.
• Managing data collation during ballast installations.

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Hold a degree in a technology-based discipline.
• Have good experience using Microsoft Excel to handle large data sets.

Desirable:

• Have experience using VBA and Python for data analysis.
• Preferable experience of working with or around data visualisation.
• Experience using complex mechanical or electronic systems.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, a wide range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits—including a green car scheme, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Weight Engineering team:

The Weight Engineering Team is a multidisciplinary group of engineers and data scientists who estimate, collate, and present mass properties data for various submarine programmes. They play a critical role in boat design and safety assurance. We offer relocation support packages across all submarine roles, subject to eligibility.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit, and where you’re empowered to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented communities, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and individuals with health conditions such as dyslexia, autism, or anxiety disorders. Please discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and place of birth may influence your eligibility. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher security vetting levels may require 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residence, depending on the role.

Closing Date: 16th May 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

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