Engineer – Weights Engineering

JR United Kingdom; Winsford; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled individual to join their Weight Engineering team. In this role, you will leverage CAD systems to produce detailed weight estimations and manage critical weight events for submarine programmes. You'll work alongside engineers and data scientists, contributing to the design and safety of cutting-edge vessels. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this forward-thinking company offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package, ensuring you can thrive in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about technology and engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Employee Share Plans

Flexible Benefits

Health and Wellbeing Discounts

Private Health Plans

Green Car Scheme

Shopping Discounts

Annual Incentive

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in a technology-based discipline.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel for large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Utilise CAD systems for detailed weight estimations.
• Manage and supervise weight events at Barrow-in-Furness site.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

VBA

Python

Data Visualisation

Complex Mechanical Systems

Complex Electronic Systems

Education

Degree in Technology-based Discipline

Tools

CAD Systems

Job description

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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:

1. You will be utilising CAD systems to produce detailed weight estimations.
2. Be responsible for undertaking submarine unit surveys.
3. Undertaking physical weights on supplier sites.
4. You will be managing and supervising weight events at our Barrow-in-Furness site.

Your skills and experiences:

1. Hold a degree in a technology-based discipline.
2. Have good experience using Microsoft Excel to handle large data sets.
3. Have experience using VBA and Python for data analysis.
4. Preferably have experience with data visualisation.
5. Experience using complex mechanical or electronic systems.

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

The Weight Engineering team:

The team consists of engineers and data scientists who estimate, collate, and present mass properties data for submarine programmes. They play a critical role in boat design and safety. We offer relocation support packages for suitable candidates.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. We value diversity, integrity, and merit, and empower our employees to reach their potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially underrepresented groups including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you have a disability or health condition affecting assessment performance, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Many roles are subject to security and export restrictions, which may restrict your eligibility based on nationality or residency. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and some roles require higher security vetting.

Closing Date:

16th May 2025. We may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Apply early to avoid missing out.