Principal Engineer - Mechanical Engineering (Platform Systems)

BAE Systems; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and aerospace company in Ulverston is seeking a Principal Mechanical Platform Systems Engineer. This role involves overseeing engineering activities, providing technical support, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in mechanical systems. We offer a competitive benefits package, including pension schemes and health plans.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Discounted health and lifestyle benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering mechanical systems across the full engineering development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartered status.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day engineering activities.
• Serve as the primary engineering interface for external customers and suppliers.
• Provide expert technical support and innovative solutions.

Skills

Delivering mechanical systems

Continuous improvement

Specifying mechanical equipment

Technical knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant STEM discipline

Tools

Heat exchangers

Pumps

Diesel generators

Hydraulic systems

Compressors

Job description

Job Overview:

• Oversee day-to-day engineering activities to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to cost targets
• Serve as the primary engineering interface for external customers and suppliers, fostering strong technical collaboration and communication
• Provide expert technical support and innovative solutions to resolve engineering challenges related to mechanical products
• Contribute technical guidance and engineering input to support suppliers queries, build and test activities, defect resolution, and change management processes
• Define, develop and manage requirements and acceptance criteria for mechanical products integrated within complex platforms, systems, or programmes
• Interpret and apply contractual and performance requirements throughout the product lifecycle including design, manufacture, integration, installation, and commissioning phases
• Ensure all work is compliant with contractual obligations and conducted in accordance with company policies, safety standards, environmental regulations, and established procedures
• Review, assess, and manage relevant supplier documentation, ensuring accurate capture, traceability, and appropriate storage within the project framework

Requirements:

• Proven track record in delivering mechanical systems across the full engineering development lifecycle
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and successfully drive performance enhancements
• Strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience in specifying a range of mechanical equipment and components, such as heat exchangers, pumps, diesel generators, hydraulic systems, and compressors
• Bachelor's or Master's degree (BEng/MEng or equivalent) in a relevant STEM discipline
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartered status with a recognised professional engineering institution

As the Principal Mechanical Platform Systems Engineer, you will be joining a dynamic Components Team with BAE Systems, where you will play a key role in delivering cutting edge mechanical products used across major systems and programmes supporting the Royal Navy. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems: This is a place where you will be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of 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.

BAE Systems also offers a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

Diversity and Inclusion: We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or 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 Clearance: Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation.