Lead Mechanical Engineer – Submarine Platform Delivery

BAE Systems; Ulverston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense company in the UK is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to oversee engineering efforts within submarine programs. You'll be responsible for delivering engineering scope, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with system requirements. This role requires excellent communication and collaboration skills, along with a proven track record in mechanical engineering. Benefits include a pension scheme, health plans, and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Proven track record of complex mechanical engineering tasks in regulated environments.
• Experience mentoring engineers to support growth.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across various functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of assigned engineering scope, ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Oversee technical ownership of mechanical systems.
• Manage task allocation and progress tracking effectively.
• Coach and support engineers at all levels.
• Review technical documentation and manage change control.

Skills

Leadership in engineering

Communication skills

Collaboration

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Education

STEM-related degree (or equivalent experience)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

A leading defense company in the UK is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to oversee engineering efforts within submarine programs. You'll be responsible for delivering engineering scope, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with system requirements. This role requires excellent communication and collaboration skills, along with a proven track record in mechanical engineering. Benefits include a pension scheme, health plans, and a flexible working environment.