Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bedale; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer to develop and oversee vehicle control solutions for next-generation submarines. This role involves collaboration with stakeholders, design documentation, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Competitive benefits and hybrid working options are offered.

Benefits

Pension schemes

Employee share plans

Health and wellbeing benefits

Private health plans

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in designing large-scale C&I systems meeting functional and industrial standards.
• Authoring/reviewing design documents (I/O schedules, specifications).
• Understanding of communication protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS).

Responsibilities

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee delivery of the vehicle control solution.
• Support assurance activities in coordination with the Chief Engineer.

Skills

Designing large-scale C&I systems

Managing non-functional requirements

Understanding control system architecture

Experience with IEC 61508

Experience with maneuvering systems

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science

Job description

Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer, Bedale

Client: BAE Systems

Location: Bedale, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Job Views: 4

Posted: 21.05.2025

Expiry Date: 05.07.2025

Job Description

Job title: Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton, or Manchester (minimum 2 days on-site per fortnight). We offer hybrid and flexible working arrangements—please discuss options with your recruiter.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
3. Support assurance activities in coordination with the Office of the Chief Engineer.
4. Work with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system, reporting progress via agile tools.
5. Ensure timely delivery of engineering plans.
6. Guide and instruct on engineering methods and processes.
7. Develop technical solutions with the engineering delivery team, fostering team development.
8. Engage with legacy stakeholders to develop solutions from baseline designs.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Experience in designing large-scale C&I systems meeting functional and industrial standards.
2. Managing non-functional requirements such as EMC and shock resistance.
3. Authoring/reviewing design documents (I/O schedules, specifications, interface control documents).
4. Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.
5. Understanding of control system architecture and communication protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS).
6. Experience with IEC 61508 or similar functional safety standards.
7. Experience with maneuvering systems across various industries.

We offer competitive benefits, including pension schemes, employee share plans, health and wellbeing benefits, private health plans, and potential annual incentives.

The Platform Complex Systems Team

Contribute to designing the Royal Navy’s next-generation attack submarines, integrating legacy and new control technologies, collaborating with stakeholders, and supporting relocation packages where applicable.

Why Join BAE Systems?

Make a meaningful impact in an inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and merit. We support candidates with disabilities or health conditions with reasonable adjustments. Many roles require security and export control clearances, including UK residency requirements.

Closing Date: 30th May 2025

Apply early as we may close the vacancy before this date if sufficient applications are received.