Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer to develop and oversee vehicle control solutions for the Royal Navy's next attack class submarine. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders and requires significant expertise in C&I design and engineering processes. This position offers hybrid working arrangements and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Green car schemes

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in developing C&I designs for large-scale systems.
• Experience managing EMC and shock compliance.
• Proficiency in authoring/reviewing design documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution.
• Oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
• Coordinate with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system.

Skills

C&I design experience

Managing non-functional requirements

Proficiency in design documents

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science

Job description

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.

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

What you’ll be doing:

1. Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA.
2. Work with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
3. Collaborate with the Office of the Chief Engineer to support assurance activities.
4. Coordinate with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system, reporting progress through agile toolsets.
5. Ensure delivery of the engineering plan according to schedule.
6. Provide guidance on engineering methods and processes.
7. Work with the Engineering Delivery Team to develop technical solutions and support team development.
8. Engage with legacy stakeholders to develop solutions based on known designs.

Your skills and experience:

Essential:

• Experience in developing C&I designs for large-scale systems, meeting functional, defence, and industrial standards.
• Experience managing non-functional requirements such as EMC and shock compliance.
• Proficiency in authoring/reviewing design documents like I/O schedules, functional specifications, interface control documents, etc.

Desirable:

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.
• Understanding of control system architecture and communication protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS).
• Experience with IEC 61508 – Functional Safety and safety evidence production.
• Experience with maneuvering systems in various industries.

Benefits:

Alongside a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, flexible health and lifestyle benefits, green car schemes, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Platform Complex Systems team:

You will help define and shape the design of the Royal Navy’s next attack class submarine, working with legacy and new control technologies, collaborating with colleagues, stakeholders, suppliers, and the Royal Navy. Relocation support is available for eligible roles.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. We foster an inclusive culture that values merit, integrity, and diversity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and offer accommodations for those with health conditions. Note that many roles require security and export control clearances, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard and potentially higher vetting levels.

Closing Date: 30th May 2025. We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.