Marine Engineer – Submarine Systems (Hybrid, SC)

Babcock International; Helensburgh; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Contributory pension

Digital GP and health check (Aviva).

Payment of Professional Fees

Reservists leave

Job summary

Babcock International in Helensburgh is seeking a Marine Engineer to join the Submarine Operations Centre. You will provide vital engineering support to Royal Navy submarine maintenance and repair programmes, combining technical expertise with digital tools to keep assets operational and ready for deployment.

The role offers diverse challenges across office and vessel environments, with opportunities to work alongside internal teams and external partners, contributing to safety, efficiency and

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or higher in Electrical, Mechanical, or Marine Engineering.
• Knowledge of submarine in-service support arrangements.
• Experience diagnosing and resolving electrical and mechanical issues.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, diagnose and resolve complex electrical and mechanical engineering issues affecting submarine systems.
• Analyse system performance, defect trends and repair requirements to recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical publications and material specifications to provide technical guidance.
• Support maintenance, repair and engineering activities both within the office environment and onboard Royal Navy submarines.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure maintenance work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with operational requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Marine engineering

Submarine systems knowledge

In-service support knowledge

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem diagnosis

Independent working

Time management

Education

NVQ Level 3 qualification or above in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering

Job description

Babcock International in Helensburgh is seeking a Marine Engineer to join the Submarine Operations Centre. You will provide vital engineering support to Royal Navy submarine maintenance and repair programmes, combining technical expertise with digital tools to keep assets operational and ready for deployment.

The role offers diverse challenges across office and vessel environments, with opportunities to work alongside internal teams and external partners, contributing to safety, efficiency and