Principal Structural Engineer

BAE Systems; Askam-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense and aerospace company located in Askam-in-Furness is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the design and analysis of complex steel structures for submarines. Candidates should have an engineering degree, CEng status or equivalent, and strong knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards. The role includes working with analytical techniques and supporting manufacturing processes. Competitive salary and diverse benefits offered.

Benefits

Relocation support packages

Inclusive culture that values diversity

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in structural steel analysis and design required.
• Chartered Engineer status is highly desirable.
• Candidates must be fully conversant in Eurocodes and British Standards.

Responsibilities

• Analysis and Design of complex steel structures.
• Interpretation and use of computer-based analytical techniques.
• Supporting the manufacturing and installation processes of Submarine Structures.

Skills

Structural steel analysis and design

Knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards

Reviewing and checking Design Outputs

Mechanical engineering understanding

Software Knowledge (ABAQUS, S-Frame)

Education

Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent

Chartered Engineer CEng Status or nearing CEng Status

Tools

ABAQUS

S-Frame Foran

MathCAD

Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Analysis and Design of complex steel structures utilising Eurocodes, British Standards and BAE standards, to support submarine build.
• You will utilise your knowledge of specific regulations & requirements beyond that used within BAE Systems e.g., LOLER, codes of compliance, weld specifications, geometric tolerance.
• Responsible for interpreting and utilizing computer based analytical techniques including finite element analysis, CAD modelling and engineering schematics (Abaqus, S-Frame).
• Supporting the manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling, and installation processes of Submarine Structures, Modules and Components.
• Supporting towards production of concept drawings, layouts, and other technical outputs consistent with contractual requirements to meet target dates and budget demands.
• Responsible for approvals, checking analysis and outputs. As a Principal Engineer, you will be working with a dual function team (design and engineers) consisting of 14 people at various seniority levels. The team is responsible for engineering assessments of the designs in support of build. You will be working in conjunction with design to produce equipment and/or support operation in production to produce safety‑critical equipment.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent experience.
• Civil/Mechanical/Structural based and Chartered Engineer CEng Status or Incorporated Engineer IEng Status nearing CEng Status.
• Expertise in structural steel analysis and design.
• Fully conversant in use of Eurocodes and British Standards.
• Competent in reviewing and checking of Design Outputs.
• Good understanding of mechanical engineering, structural steelwork, knowledge of lifting handling and LOLER.
• Working knowledge of ABAQUS (Software), S-Frame Foran, MathCAD and Excel.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
• 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.
• 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 and Eligibility

• 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.
• All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard.
• Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: Competitive.
• 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.