Principal HV Electrical Engineer – Standards & Solutions

BAE Systems; Broughton in Furness; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering to oversee electrical standards in Barrow-in-Furness. This role involves defining technical requirements, conducting compliance reviews, and leading improvements in high voltage systems. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in electrical engineering and have demonstrable high voltage experience. The position offers a hybrid work model with a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including relocation support.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits

Relocation support package

Qualifications

• Demonstrable High Voltage engineering experience.
• Registered with a professional institute with potential for chartered status.
• Experience within a Nuclear Environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define site standards and technical requirements for electrical engineering.
• Conduct reviews of design proposals.
• Produce technical documentation and reports.
• Lead improvements with site risk cells.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience with 11kV systems

Experience in an industrial engineering environment

Familiarity with commercial standards

Leadership experience within an engineering environment

Understanding of British commercial standards

Education

Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent

Job description

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering to oversee electrical standards in Barrow-in-Furness. This role involves defining technical requirements, conducting compliance reviews, and leading improvements in high voltage systems. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in electrical engineering and have demonstrable high voltage experience. The position offers a hybrid work model with a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including relocation support.