Principal Electrical Power Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Tewkesbury; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Electrical Power Engineer to join their innovative team focused on Turbo Generators for the British Navy. The role involves functional design, technical documentation, and mentoring junior engineers. With competitive benefits and a hybrid working model, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technologies.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Discounted lifestyle benefits

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Chartership in Engineering or significant progress towards it.
• Extensive knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems.

Responsibilities

• Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment.
• Authoring and reviewing technical documentation.
• Leading and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartership in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Location: Barrow-In-Furness (Hybrid) – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

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 various engineering disciplines
5. Engaging with customers and suppliers to solve complex problems
6. Leading and mentoring junior team members through the systems definition process
7. Traveling to various locations across the UK, including BAE, customer, and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

1. Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering experience
2. Chartership in Engineering (or significant progress towards it)
3. Extensive knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
5. Experience with Permanent Magnet Motors/Generators

Benefits and Additional Information:

BAE Systems offers a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible and discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential annual incentives.

The Steam Integrated Design Team (IDT):

As a Principal Electrical Power Engineer, you will join a new team working on innovative technologies for the British Navy, focusing on Turbo Generators. Relocation support packages are available for eligible roles.

Why BAE Systems?

We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to reach your potential. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and accommodate disabilities or health conditions during assessments. Please discuss any reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Security and Eligibility:

This role may be subject to security and export control restrictions based on your nationality, residency, and security clearance levels. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with higher vetting levels requiring 5 to 10 years of UK residency.

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so early submission is advised.