Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)

OneJobCareer; Ulverston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Ulverston seeks a Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation) to lead technical delivery of complex electrical systems, with a strong emphasis on control and instrumentation. You will mentor engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role requires an engineering degree or equivalent, proven leadership in C&I projects, and the ability to design and validate control architectures across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or related field or equivalent qualification.
• Strong experience leading electrical/C&I projects in engineering environments.
• Ability to design and validate control systems and instrumentation architectures.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across electrical engineering and C&I projects.
• Design, develop and validate control systems and instrumentation architectures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet requirements on time and within scope.
• Mentor junior engineers and support capability growth.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Control & Instrumentation

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

# Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)**BAE Systems**· Canal Foot, Ulverston · View on mapSALARY£47,010 - £47,010 / yearPOSTEDOct 12, 2026## About this jobATSCHECK.PRO### Is Your Resume ATS-Ready?Find resume issues and missing keywordswith AI-powered analysis.✓ Resume analysis ✓ ATS compatibility insightsCHECK YOUR RESUME NOW →Make your resume work harder for your career.Join BAE Systems and you will be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you will bring your expertise to a leading defence, aerospace, and security company where your contributions help protect and support vital operations worldwide.We are currently seeking a Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation) to join our team. While the primary location associated with this opportunity is Canal Foot, Ulverston, options for this role may connect with a wider network of company sites depending on business needs and alignment. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, and we encourage you to speak with your recruiter about the options available for this particular position.In this senior engineering role, you will play a crucial part in the technical delivery, oversight, and development of complex electrical systems with a strong focus on control and instrumentation. Your responsibilities will typically include:* Providing expert technical leadership and guidance across electrical engineering and C&I projects.* Designing, developing, and validating control systems and instrumentation architectures in accordance with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.* Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, project managers, and external stakeholders to ensure requirements are met on time and within scope.* Reviewing technical documentation, specifications, and design outputs to guarantee quality and engineering integrity.* Mentoring junior engineers and supporting technical capability growth within the wider team.To be successful in this position, you should possess a strong background in electrical engineering with specialized experience in control and instrumentation within a comparable engineering or manufacturing environment. A relevant engineering degree or equivalent professional qualification is expected, along with a demonstrated ability to lead technical activities and solve complex engineering challenges.We offer a competitive salary of £47,010 per year, commensurate with your skills and experience. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding principal-level role with a globally respected organisation, we look forward to receiving your application.* **Company:** BAE Systems* **Location:** Canal Foot, Ulverston* **Salary:** £47,010 – £47,010 / year* **Job Category:** Engineering Jobs* **Job Tags:** Canal Foot