Principal Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Broughton in Furness; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join their dynamic team in a hybrid working environment. This role involves designing and analyzing complex steel structures, ensuring compliance with Eurocodes and British Standards. You will collaborate closely with production teams to support submarine builds, making a significant impact in a critical engineering sector. With a focus on innovation and integrity, this opportunity offers a competitive pension scheme, flexible working options, and a chance to work within a diverse and inclusive culture. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to advance your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working Options

Employee Assistance Programs

Cycle2work Scheme

Employee Discounts

Potential Annual Incentives

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Expertise in structural steel analysis and design essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze complex steel structures for submarine builds.
• Support manufacturing and installation processes of submarine components.
• Produce technical outputs meeting contractual requirements.

Skills

Structural Steel Analysis

Eurocodes

British Standards

Finite Element Analysis

CAD Modeling

Mechanical Engineering

LOLER Regulations

MathCAD

Excel

Education

Engineering Degree (BEng/MEng)

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng)

Tools

ABAQUS

S-Frame

Foran

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Structural Engineer

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: Competitive

What you’ll be doing:

1. Analysis and design of complex steel structures utilizing Eurocodes, British Standards, and BAE standards to support submarine build.
2. Utilize your knowledge of specific regulations and requirements beyond those used within BAE Systems, such as LOLER, codes of compliance, weld specifications, and geometric tolerances.
3. Interpretation and approval of analysis and outputs, with competence in computer-based analytical techniques including finite element analysis, CAD modeling, and engineering schematics (Abaqus, S-Frame).
4. Support manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling, and installation processes of submarine structures, modules, and components.
5. Assist in producing concept drawings, layouts, and other technical outputs that meet contractual requirements, target dates, and budget constraints.

Your skills and experiences:

1. Engineering Degree (BEng/MEng) or equivalent experience.
2. Civil, Mechanical, or Structural engineering background with Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status, nearing CEng status.
3. Expertise in structural steel analysis and design.
4. Fully proficient in Eurocodes and British Standards.
5. Experience in reviewing and checking design outputs.
6. Good understanding of mechanical engineering, structural steelwork, and knowledge of lifting, handling, and LOLER regulations.
7. Working knowledge of ABAQUS, S-Frame Foran, MathCAD, and Excel.
8. Previous experience in a production environment, preferably in a marine production setting.

Benefits:

Includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, a company-contributed Share Incentive Plan, flexible working options, employee assistance programs, Cycle2work scheme, employee discounts, and potential annual incentives.

The Specialist Structures Department team:

As a Principal Engineer, you will work with a dual-function team of 14 members at various seniority levels, responsible for engineering assessments supporting build processes. Collaboration with design and production teams to produce safety-critical equipment is essential.

Relocation support packages are available across all submarine roles, subject to eligibility.

Why BAE Systems?

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented groups. If you have a health condition or disability that may affect your assessment, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, requiring applicants to meet security clearance standards, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard and potentially higher security vetting levels depending on the role.

Closing Date: 6th May 2025

Early application is encouraged as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.