Engineering Manager - Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)

jobs24.co.uk; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for an Engineering Manager to join a dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will oversee all stages of design, construction, testing, and commissioning to ensure the Product Management System (PMS) aligns with customer requirements. You will lead the integration of complex systems, manage technical risks, and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve design milestones. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity and empowers individuals to reach their full potential. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to contribute to groundbreaking projects, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and integrating complex systems.
• Proven expertise in electronic, C&I, hardware, or software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Developing and integrating technical and system requirements.
• Leading the design and development of control systems.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Electronic Engineering

Control Systems Design

Change Management

Risk Management

Education

Level 4 qualification in Engineering (HNC or higher)

Chartered Engineer status (or working towards C.Eng)

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

1. Developing and integrating technical, functional, and system requirements, including change management
2. Managing system design and working with stakeholders to meet key design milestones and qualification testing
3. Leading the development of the graphical user interface and attending trials with the shipyard, supplier, and end user
4. Identifying and mitigating technical risks related to the PMS design and interfaces
5. Leading the design and development of control systems, including software, firmware, and lifecycle planning
6. Reviewing contractors' Engineering Management Plans and providing feedback to improve processes
7. Supporting system demonstrations, tests, and trials, liaising with contractors, manufacturers, and internal teams

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Manager to join the Dreadnought Alliance Engineering Team. You will be involved in all stages of design, construction, testing, and commissioning, ensuring that the PMS meets the Dreadnought Alliance Customer Requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Experience in designing and integrating complex systems
2. Proven expertise in electronic, C&I (EC&I), hardware, or software engineering
3. Understanding of Systems Engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering
4. Level 4 qualification (e.g., HNC or higher) in Engineering or equivalent experience
5. Ideally, Chartered Engineer status with the IET (or similar institution) or working towards C.Eng

Why BAE Systems:

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive 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.