Principal Designer – Mechanical

BAE Systems; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Designer to create innovative mechanical designs using advanced CAD tools. In this role, you'll produce detailed 3D models and 2D drawings of complex systems, ensuring integration meets client expectations. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team, enhancing your skills while contributing to cutting-edge submarine projects. This position offers a chance to work in an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages personal growth. If you're passionate about mechanical design and want to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working Options

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2work Scheme

Employee Discounts

Annual Incentive Eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design and integration through various design stages.
• Understanding of 3D model integration in mechanical backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Produce 3D models of mechanical systems and parts development.
• Create 2D drawings to support manufacturing and production teams.

Skills

3D Modelling

Mechanical Design

Pipe Routing Systems

CAD Software

Team Collaboration

Education

HNC/ONC in STEM

Degree in Relevant STEM Subject

Tools

CAD Packages

Job description

Job Title: Principal Designer – Mechanical

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This is an on-site position

Salary: £40,748+ Depending on skills and experience

What You’ll Be Doing

• Using the CAD tool to produce 3D models of pipe routing systems, HVAC and mechanical equipment integration and parts/BoM development
• Producing 2D drawing outputs/diagrams to a demanding schedule to support the manufacturing and production teams in product build and delivery
• Developing and maintaining working relationships with interfacing teams and team members
• Working with the client to produce an integrated design that meets their expectations and agreed set of requirements

Your Skills And Experiences

• Understanding of pipe routing systems as well as 3D model integration in a mechanical background
• Experience of a Mechanical design and/or integration working through various stages of design, output and build of a product
• Previous Designer/Draughtsperson skills
• Experience and knowledge of CAD packages
• HNC/ONC or degree level qualification in relevant STEM subject

Benefits

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Submarines Team

Working in the Mechanical Designer discipline, the Principal Designer role consists of 3D modelling (design and integration) of various mechanical routing systems in the submarine design using CAD. 3D models are to be matured as required to then produce a 2D drawing output. The role also includes construction of a bill of materials for your specific area in the Submarine design. As a Principal designer you will report into a Project Leader and you will be working in a team of other Designers at various levels of experience who will support you in your development. We also offer two different programmes with various Hybrid working options. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 28th April 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.