Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer in Rugby. This role involves developing vehicle control solutions, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a degree in STEM and experience in large-scale systems design. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible benefits including health perks

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Experience designing large-scale C&I systems meeting various standards.
• Proficiency in authoring/reviewing design documents.
• Experience with IEC 61508 or similar functional safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to oversee delivery of the vehicle control solution.
• Ensure timely delivery of the engineering plan.

Skills

Designing large-scale C&I systems

Managing non-functional requirements

Understanding control system architecture

Education

Degree or equivalent in STEM fields

Tools

IEC 61508

PROFIBUS

RS-485

Job description

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

Client: BAE Systems

Location: Rugby, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

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.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
• Support assurance activities in collaboration with the Office of the Chief Engineer.
• Work with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system, reporting progress via agile tools.
• Ensure timely delivery of the engineering plan.
• Guide and instruct on engineering methods and processes.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Delivery Team to develop technical solutions and foster team development.
• Engage with legacy stakeholders to develop solutions based on known designs.

Your skills and experiences:

• Experience designing large-scale C&I systems meeting various standards and requirements.
• Managing non-functional requirements such as EMC and shock, ensuring industrial compliance.
• Proficiency in authoring/reviewing design documents like I/O schedules and interface control documents.
• Degree or equivalent in STEM fields.
• Understanding control system architecture and communication protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS).
• Experience with IEC 61508 or similar functional safety standards and safety evidence production.
• Experience with maneuvering systems across industries.

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

The Platform Complex Systems team:

BAE Systems Submarines is expanding with a new Coventry office. We are recruiting for various roles to support submarine programs, with relocation support available.

Why BAE Systems?

Join us to make a difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity and merit. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and offer accommodations for disabilities. Many roles require security and export control clearances, including UK residency requirements. We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.