Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulic Systems

BAE Systems; Poole; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for the Naval/Marine domain. The role involves reviewing combat designs, managing mechanical issues, and producing engineering drawings. Candidates should have hydraulic systems experience and a relevant qualification. Opportunities for career growth and involvement with significant stakeholders are provided. A competitive benefits package is available.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems is essential.
• Candidates should have a degree or HND qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Chartered status or working towards it is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Review combat designs and provide mechanical feedback.
• Manage mechanical design issues for integrated combat systems.
• Create engineering drawings as per BS 8888 standards.

Skills

Hydraulic/Pneumatic Systems Engineering

Engineering calculations

Drawing creation using CAD tools

Education

Degree or HND qualification in relevant field

Tools

FORAN

CADS5

Viso

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer - Naval/Marine Domain

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team, focusing on combat design review and providing mechanical design feedback (Structural, Thermal & Hydraulic) within the Naval/Marine domain.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Review combat designs and provide feedback on mechanical aspects.
2. Take ownership of specific mechanical design issues and manage integrated combat systems.
3. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, managing updates and design inputs.
4. Produce CS Mechanical design interface information.
5. Perform engineering calculations and generate associated test specifications and procedures.
6. Create engineering drawings using FORAN, CADS5, or Viso in accordance with BS 8888 standards.

This role is part of the specialist engineering services within the Platform Physical Design and Installation Service, playing a crucial role in integrating combat systems onto the Royal Navy Submarine Fleet. The position offers opportunities to liaise with high-level stakeholders and develop a long-term career with BAE Systems.

Essential Experience and Qualifications:

• Hydraulic/Pneumatic Systems Engineering experience.
• Degree or HND qualification with relevant experience.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership.

Desirable:

• Knowledge or experience of Defence Standards.

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive culture that rewards integrity and merit. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage those with disabilities or health conditions to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may affect your eligibility based on nationality and residency. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with some roles requiring higher security vetting.

We offer a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible health and wellbeing benefits, including private health plans, discounts, and an annual incentive.