Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Control &

BAE Systems; Lutterworth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer to develop functional designs for vehicle control solutions. This role involves collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring team members. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with a focus on diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Competitive pension

Employee share plans

Flexible benefits including health

Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts

Green car schemes

Private health

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Experience designing large-scale C&I systems meeting functional, defence, and industrial standards.
• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.
• Knowledge of control system architecture and protocols is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution.
• Support assurance activities with the Office of the Chief Engineer.

Skills

Designing large-scale C&I systems

Managing non-functional requirements

Authoring design documents

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science

Job description

Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)

Job title: Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Coventry (minimum 2-3 days on-site per week). We offer hybrid and flexible working arrangements; please discuss options with your recruiter.

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

What you'll be doing:

1. Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
3. Support assurance activities with the Office of the Chief Engineer.
4. Work with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system, reporting progress through agile tools.
5. Ensure timely delivery of the engineering plan.
6. Provide guidance on engineering methods and processes.
7. Develop technical solutions with the Engineering Delivery Team, mentoring team members.
8. Engage with legacy stakeholders to develop solutions from baseline designs.

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Experience designing large-scale C&I systems meeting functional, defence, and industrial standards.
• Managing non-functional requirements like EMC and shock for industrial compliance.
• Authoring/reviewing design documents such as I/O schedules, specifications, and interface control documents.
• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of control system architecture and protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS).
• Experience with IEC 61508 or similar functional safety standards.
• Experience with manoeuvring systems across industries.

Benefits:

Competitive pension, employee share plans, flexible benefits including health, wellbeing, lifestyle discounts, green car schemes, private health, and potential annual incentives.

The Platform Complex Systems team:

BAE Systems Submarines is expanding, with a new Coventry office opening soon. We are recruiting for various roles to support submarine programs, offering relocation support where eligible.

Why BAE Systems?

Make a difference in an inclusive culture valuing diversity, integrity, and merit. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups and offer accommodations for disabilities. Security and export restrictions apply, with minimum security clearance requirements.

Closing Date: 5th June 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close early if filled.