Principal Power Systems Engineer — Hybrid (Barrow/Filton)

BAE Systems; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence and Aerospace company seeks a Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Power) in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves developing design solutions, managing requirements, and providing technical support across projects. Ideal candidates will have a BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent, significant knowledge of electrical power systems, and experience in engineering lifecycle. The position is hybrid, requiring two days on-site at Barrow and one at Filton weekly. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of engineering lifecycle.
• Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems.
• Experience of working within a relevant Engineering role to industry codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop design solutions to agreed time, cost, and quality.
• Produce documentation required to support the design review process.
• Provide technical support to integrated performance and acceptance activities.

Skills

Power system modelling

Generators

Switchgear

Protection

Power electronics

AC electrical power systems

DC electrical power systems

Education

BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

A leading Defence and Aerospace company seeks a Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Power) in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves developing design solutions, managing requirements, and providing technical support across projects. Ideal candidates will have a BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent, significant knowledge of electrical power systems, and experience in engineering lifecycle. The position is hybrid, requiring two days on-site at Barrow and one at Filton weekly. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.