Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer in Northampton. The role involves developing vehicle control solutions, managing compliance standards, and collaborating with stakeholders. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and competitive benefits, including health plans and pension schemes.

Benefits

Pension schemes

Employee share plans

Health and wellbeing benefits

Private health plans

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in developing C&I designs for large-scale systems.
• Managing non-functional requirements like EMC and shock.

Responsibilities

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution.
• Coordinate with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system.
• Guide and instruct on engineering methods and processes.

Skills

C&I design

Agile methodologies

Control system architecture

Communication protocols

Functional safety standards

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Physics

Degree in Maths

Degree in Science

Job description

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Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation), Northampton

Client: BAE Systems

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Job title: Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Coventry (2/3 days minimum on site per week). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements—please speak to your recruiter about options for this role.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA.
2. Work with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
3. Support assurance activities in collaboration with the Office of the Chief Engineer.
4. Coordinate with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system using agile methodologies.
5. Ensure timely delivery of the engineering plan.
6. Guide and instruct on engineering methods and processes.
7. Develop technical solutions with the engineering delivery team and foster team development.
8. Engage with legacy stakeholders to develop solutions from existing baselines.

Your skills and experiences:

1. Experience in developing C&I designs for large-scale systems meeting various standards.
2. Managing non-functional requirements like EMC and shock for industrial compliance.
3. Authoring/review of design documents such as I/O schedules, specifications, interface control documents.
4. Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.
5. Understanding control system architecture and communication protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS).
6. Experience with IEC 61508 or similar functional safety standards and supporting evidence.
7. Experience with maneuvering systems across industries.

BAE Systems offers competitive benefits including pension schemes, employee share plans, health and wellbeing benefits, private health plans, and potential annual incentives.

The Platform Complex Systems team:

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

Why BAE Systems?

Join us to make a difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and merit. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups and provide accommodations for disabilities in our recruitment process.

Note: Many roles are subject to security and export controls, requiring certain nationalities and residency durations for security vetting. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Some roles require higher security vetting levels.

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Early application is advised.