Principal Electrical Power Engineer

jobs24.co.uk; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their Electrical Power Systems Definition team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for the functional design and definition of electrical power systems equipment, authoring technical documentation, and managing technical risks. You'll engage with customers and suppliers to solve complex problems and guide junior team members through the systems definition process. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on the UK's next-generation submarine design, with the chance to travel and collaborate across various locations. Join a company that values diversity and empowers you to fulfill your potential while enjoying a range of competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems.

Responsibilities

• Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment.
• Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Electrical Engineering

Knowledge of AC and DC Electrical Power Systems

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineering Chartership

Job description

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

Salary: Competitive

What you'll be doing:

1. Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment
2. Authoring and reviewing technical documentation
3. Managing associated technical risks, assumptions and dependencies
4. Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines
5. Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems
6. Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process
7. Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer and supplier sites

Minimum Requirements:

1. Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering experience
2. Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated)
3. Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK's next-generation SSN design that incorporates technology from the UK, Australia, and the United States, you will be part of the Electrical Power team responsible for defining the needs of equipment, defining the system elements required to feed into the submarine design and build process, including design documentation, spatial modelling, and build outputs. 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.