Principal Electrical Power Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Swaffham Prior; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Electrical Power Engineer to design and define electrical power systems. The role involves technical documentation, risk management, and mentoring junior engineers. Flexible working options are available, and relocation support packages are offered for eligible candidates.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working options

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Potential eligibility for an annual incentive

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Engineering Chartership or significant progress towards Chartership.

Responsibilities

• Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment.
• Managing associated technical risks, assumptions, and dependencies.
• Leading and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title:
Principal Electrical Power Engineer

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. Leading and mentoring junior team members through the systems definition process
7. Traveling to various locations throughout the UK, including BAE, customer, and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

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

Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan, flexible working options, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, employee discounts, and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK’s next-generation SSN design, incorporating technology from the UK, Australia, and the US, you will define equipment needs, system elements, and produce design documentation, spatial modeling, and build outputs. Relocation support packages are available for eligible roles.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real difference. We value, reward integrity and merit, and empower you to reach your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially underrepresented groups including women, minorities, and people with disabilities. If you have a health condition that may affect assessment, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, requiring applicants to meet security clearance standards, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard and possibly higher vetting levels depending on the role.

Closing Date: 1st June 2025. We may close early if sufficient applications are received. Apply early to be considered.