Mechanical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Consultant Mechanical Engineer specializing in Hydrostatic Control. The role involves capturing requirements, delivering design solutions, and ensuring stakeholder engagement for UK Defence projects. Flexible working options and relocation support are available.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of applying systems engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Capture and approve functional requirements for Hydrostatic Control.
• Deliver functional design for Hydrostatic Control across mechanical systems.
• Manage stakeholder engagement to meet Royal Navy requirements.

Skills

Active Vehicle Control System functionality

Submarine control systems

Systems engineering principles

Education

Relevant STEM degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Consultant Mechanical Engineer (Hydrostatic Control)

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Frimley, Filton or Manchester. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Be responsible for the capture and approval of functional requirements for Hydrostatic Control in accordance with company and programme processes.
• Deliver a coherent functional design for Hydrostatic Control and wider AVCS, across mechanical systems, C&I equipment, HMI and software.
• Define test objectives, scenarios and sea trials for V&V of the design and integrated system, both for system performance and use by the operator.
• Provide technical specialist input, reviews and support for projects that are beyond immediate scope.
• Manage stakeholder engagement throughout the design to ensure that the solution meets the requirements of the Royal Navy.

Your skills and experiences:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Active Vehicle Control System functionality.
• An understanding of submarine control systems.
• Knowledge of submarine hydrostatic control systems such as trim, compensation, hover, and their operation.
• Demonstrable experience of applying systems engineering principles.
• Relevant STEM degree or equivalent experience.
• CEng status or equivalent in a relevant subject matter/ working towards.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

The Hydrostatic Control team:

Joining this team means contributing to operational excellence for UK Defence. The team adapts controls used in fly-by-wire aircraft for marine environments. This role offers career development opportunities within large, complex programmes. Relocation support packages are available across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real difference. We value, reward, and promote integrity and merit, fostering an inclusive culture. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and + individuals. If you have a health condition that may affect assessment performance, discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit eligibility based on factors like nationality, previous security clearances, and residency. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with some roles requiring higher security vetting, typically involving 5 to 10 years of UK residency.

Closing Date: 15th May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Early application is encouraged.

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