Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer to develop and oversee vehicle control solutions for the Royal Navy’s next-generation submarines. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders and requires a strong background in engineering principles and control systems. Flexible working arrangements are available, along with a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible benefits including health and wellbeing discounts

Green car schemes

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in designing large-scale C&I systems.
• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.
• Understanding of control system architectures and protocols.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Designing large-scale C&I systems

Managing non-functional requirements

Authoring design documents

Understanding control system architectures

Experience with IEC 61508

Experience with maneuvering systems

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science

Job description

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Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer, Preston

Client: BAE Systems

Location: Preston, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
• Support assurance activities in collaboration with the Office of the Chief Engineer.
• Work with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system, reporting progress via agile tools.
• Ensure timely delivery of the engineering plan.
• Guide and instruct on engineering methods and processes.
• Develop technical solutions with the Engineering Delivery Team, nurturing team members.
• Engage with legacy stakeholders to develop solutions based on existing designs.

Your skills and experiences:

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

We offer a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible benefits including health, wellbeing, and lifestyle discounts, green car schemes, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential annual incentives.

The Platform Complex Systems team:

Contribute to defining and designing the Royal Navy’s next-generation attack submarines, combining legacy tech with new control concepts, collaborating with stakeholders, suppliers, and the Royal Navy. Relocation support is available for eligible roles.

Why BAE Systems?

Join a culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and empowers you to reach your potential. We are inclusive and supportive of applicants with disabilities or health conditions. Roles may be subject to security and export restrictions; applicants must meet security clearance standards, including UK residency requirements.

Closing Date: 30th May 2025

Early application is encouraged as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.