Principal Mechanical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Kirkby-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their Platform Combat Systems team. This role involves developing and managing requirements for mechanical systems, leading projects, and ensuring compliance with performance standards. The position offers hybrid working options and a competitive salary, alongside a range of benefits including a pension scheme and employee discounts.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working options

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work scheme

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of mechanical equipment and components.
• Knowledge in Fluid Systems beneficial.
• Experience in leadership and team management ideal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Support design reviews and presentations to customers.
• Act as Team Lead, managing daily activities.

Skills

Mechanical Equipment Specification

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

BEng (Hons) / MEng in a relevant STEM degree

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Principal Mechanical Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness or Bristol. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Salary: Circa £55,000

What you’ll be doing:

1. Develop and manage requirements and acceptance criteria specific to a system or product and/or across a system of systems, platform or programme.
2. Understand the contractual and performance requirements for various systems and support the definition and associated acceptance criteria and events through design, build, integration, installation, and commissioning activities.
3. Support the team in updating documentation required for the design, including diagrams, technical specifications, supporting calculations, design evidence, and justifications.
4. Undertake design reviews and presentations to customers.
5. Review relevant supplier documentation and ensure it is captured and recorded appropriately.

Your skills and experiences:

1. In-depth knowledge and experience specifying mechanical equipment and components (heat exchangers, pumps, diesel generators, hydraulic plant, compressors, etc.).
2. Knowledge in Fluid Systems (Air / Hydraulics / Water) would be beneficial.
3. Prior experience of problem solving within a build environment / industry would be beneficial.
4. Leadership / Team Management experience would be ideal.
5. BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent in a relevant STEM degree.
6. CEng or capable of achieving / working towards CEng.

Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan, flexible working options, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work scheme, and employee discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Platform Combat Systems team:

As the Principal Mechanical Engineer within our Platform Combat Systems Team, you will join a team that has spent over 10 years developing equipment to support the Combat System. The team is now entering a critical phase of the build programme, offering opportunities to work directly with the physical product.

You will support the Senior Engineering Manager and/or external specialists during the development and analysis of mechanical systems. You will also act as Team Lead, managing daily activities, developing team skills, planning projects, and resolving related issues. Relocation support is available across all Submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. We foster an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit, empowering you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented groups such as women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities. If you have a health condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, anxiety disorder) that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as your nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth may limit your eligibility. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and higher security vetting may require 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residence, depending on the role.

Closing Date: 21st May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application promptly if interested.

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