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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior CAD Designer specializing in Electrical Systems to join their innovative team. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for creating and refining 3D models and 2D schematics that support cutting-edge submarine programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with advanced technology while contributing to projects that ensure safety and security for all. You will receive comprehensive training and mentorship, along with a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements and relocation support. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make an impact, this role could be your next career step.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme
Enhanced annual leave allowance
Company Share Incentive Plan
Flexible working
Employee assistance programme
Cycle2work
Employee discounts
Paid overtime

Qualifications

  • Relevant apprenticeship or engineering qualification in Electrical Design.
  • Experience with electrical compartment integration and engineering standards.

Responsibilities

  • Produce 3D models of electrical systems and equipment integration.
  • Develop 2D electrical schematics and system diagrams.

Skills

Electrical Design
CAD Toolsets
3D Modeling
Electrical Systems Integration
Engineering Standards

Education

HNC in Engineering
Degree in relevant STEM subject
ONC in Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Job Description

Job title:

Senior CAD Designer – Electrical

Location:

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

Salary:

Negotiable, depending on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:
  1. Responsibility for producing 3D models of Electrical Systems and Equipment Integration
  2. Using the CAD toolset to produce 3D models of electrical routed systems and electrical equipment integration e.g. switchboards and power units etc.
  3. Maturing and developing 2D electrical schematics / system diagrams
  4. Producing outputs (including 2D drawings and electronic data) to support manufacturing, installation and testing of our products
Your skills and experiences:
  1. Relevant apprenticeship, engineering qualification or previous experience as an Electrical Designer / Draughtsperson e.g. HNC, ONC or degree qualification in relevant STEM subject or equivalent work experience
  2. Experience in electrical compartment integration and Engineering Standards at component and sub-component / assembly level
  3. Knowledge and understanding of electrical routed systems at both 2D and 3D level
  4. Understanding of CAD toolsets and techniques
Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Electrical Design team:

Joining the Design team will provide you with the exciting opportunity to make the future more secure for everyone. No two days will be the same as you work with a powerful combination of advanced technology and cutting-edge products on World Class Submarine programmes. You will be supported in your role with training and mentoring from colleagues to ensure you are always set up for success. You can also enjoy a variety of future career progression choices across our numerous business areas; including Principal Designer or leadership roles within the team.

Relocation Support:

We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. These roles also offer paid overtime, subject to business requirements.

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, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, minorities, people with disabilities and individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a 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.

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 security clearances 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 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.

Closing Date:

28th April 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.

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