Principal/Senior Engineer – Structural (Shock & Dynamics)

BAE Systems; Grange-Over-Sands; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Principal/Senior Engineer – Structural (Shock & Dynamics). You will lead the development of structural requirements and conduct complex calculations. The role offers hybrid working options and competitive benefits, including a pension scheme and relocation support for eligible roles.

Benefits

Employee share plans

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Green car scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of undertaking structural calculations.
• Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics.
• Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of functional requirements and V&V evidence for secondary structures.
• Oversee spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures.
• Develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports.

Skills

Structural calculations

Understanding of structural mechanics and dynamics

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software experience

Presentation of technical arguments

Work checking and approval

Education

Chartered Engineer or on route to becoming Chartered

Tools

Abaqus FEA

Simcenter

Job description

Job Title: Principal/Senior Engineer – Structural (Shock & Dynamics)

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

Salary: Up to £57,500

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the development of the functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence for secondary structures to support design justification documentation set
• Oversee the spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures in accordance with process instructions and standard design guidance
• Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports
• Undertake structural calculations and (or) peer review checking and approval activities
• Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages
• Ensure the appropriate engineering guidance is implemented to ensure robust and efficient calculations are implemented early with a “right first time” mind set
• Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criterion, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Experience of undertaking structural calculations
• Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics
• Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence
• Experience in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software
• Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply
• Previous experience in checking and approving work

Desirable

• Knowledge of Abaqus FEA and Simcenter or willingness to learn
• Chartered Engineer (or on route to becoming Chartered)
• Experienced in generating toolset/calculation templates

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers 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.

The Secondary Structures Department:

Join the newly established Secondary Structures Department, a dynamic and forward-thinking team at the forefront of submarine structural engineering. As part of this innovative group, you will play a critical role in supporting structural requirements and conducting complex simulations of internal submarine structures. Your expertise will help safeguard essential equipment against naval shock events and various load conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability.

Beyond technical excellence, this team thrives on collaboration, providing structural design guidance to both internal and external stakeholders during key design reviews. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll 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.

Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. All applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard and, depending on the role, may need higher levels of National Security Vetting.

Closing Date: 31 October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.