Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineer (Power)

ZipRecruiter; Broughton in Furness; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineer (Power) to oversee projects and mentor team members. Located in Barrow-In-Furness, Coventry, or Filton, the role includes working collaboratively on electrical systems and ensuring project timelines are met. Ideal candidates will have a degree in electrical engineering and knowledge in power systems. The position offers a competitive salary and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Annual incentive may apply

Qualifications

• Technical contact for developing and mentoring team members.
• Ensuring operational efficiency in meeting deadlines.
• Overseeing planning and execution of engineering tasks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with teams on compatibility testing.
• Preparing technical and progress reports.
• Involved in the verification and validation of the power system.

Skills

Degree qualified or equivalent experience in electrical or power engineering

Knowledge of high power and medium voltage power systems and distributions

Knowledge of compatibility testing of electrical equipment and power electronics

Project Management experience

Chartered Engineer or actively working towards Chartership

Education

Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineer (Power)

Location: Barrow-In-Furness, Coventry or Filton. (Hybrid options are 1 day a week on site at Filton, 2 days a fortnight for Coventry and Barrow) Depending on business requirements.

Salary: Up to £57,500 (Commensurate with skills and experience)

Responsibilities

• Technical point of contact for other engineers and support with developing and mentoring other team members
• Ensuring the team operates efficiently and effectively in meeting project timelines and objectives
• Overseeing the planning, execution and monitoring of engineering
• Collaborating with multi-discipline teams, suppliers and stakeholders on matters related to the compatibility test facility
• Preparing technical reports, progress reports, and presentations, communicating results and advising recommendations

Skills and experience

• Essential: Degree qualified or equivalent experience in electrical or power engineering
• Knowledge of high power and medium voltage power systems and distributions
• Knowledge of compatibility testing of electrical equipment and power electronics
• Desirable: Project Management experience would be advantageous
• Chartered Engineer or actively working towards Chartership

Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee share plans
• Flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts
• Annual incentive may apply

The Electrical Verification Team

As part of the Electrical Verification Team, you will be involved in the verification and validation of the power system through compatibility testing of equipment and power system analysis. You’ll be part of a wider multidisciplinary electrical team who’s responsible for delivery a high integrity electrical power system. You will have the opportunity to attend the test site in Leicester.

Relocation and inclusion

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 thought, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a 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.

Security and eligibility

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any previous security clearances, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must meet a Baseline Personnel Security Standard at a minimum.

Many roles also require higher levels of Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous service in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 12th October 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.

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