Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Lutterworth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer to develop functional designs for vehicle control solutions. The role involves stakeholder engagement, project management, and technical oversight within a hybrid working environment. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Annual incentive

Qualifications

• Experience in developing C&I design for large-scale systems.
• Experience managing non-functional requirements.
• Authoring and reviewing design documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop functional design for Vehicle Control solution.
• Provide oversight in delivery of vehicle control solution.
• Engage with stakeholders to develop technical solutions.

Skills

C&I design

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Physics

Degree in Maths

Degree in Science

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer

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

Salary: 45,000 depending on experience

What you’ll be doing:

1. Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA
2. Work with a complex relationship of stakeholders to provide oversight in the delivery of the vehicle control solution, and the supporting vehicle control strategy
3. Work with the engineering manager in the delivery of the vehicle control system, reporting suitable progress through agile toolsets
4. Deliver the response to the engineering delivery plan, ensuring that the plan is delivered to schedule
5. Work with the Engineering Delivery Team with varying levels of SQEP to develop technical solutions, developing the team members and nurturing their development
6. Engage with legacy stakeholders in the development of a technical solution from a known baseline design

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

• Experience in developing a C&I design for large-scale C&I systems ensuring it meets requirements such as functional, defence standards, industrial standards, etc.
• Experience managing non-functional requirements (e.g., EMC, shock) meeting industrial compliance
• Authoring and/or reviewing design documents, such as I/O schedules, functional design specifications, functional chronicles, interface control documents, etc.
• Degree level qualification (or equivalent experience) in relevant STEM subjects (Engineering/ Physics/ Maths/ Science)

Desirable

• Understanding of control system architecture and communication protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS)
• Experience with IEC 61508 – Functional Safety (or similar) and supporting evidence for safety claims
• Experience with manoeuvring systems from various industries

Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, employee discounts, and possibly an annual incentive.

The Platform Complex Systems team:

To support our ongoing need to recruit the best engineering talent, BAE Systems Submarines is opening a new office in Coventry. This burgeoning team offers great opportunities to develop skills, experience, and build a lasting career. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can 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, especially from underrepresented communities including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and individuals. If you have a health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments.

Security and Eligibility:

Many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, which depend on factors like nationality and place of birth. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher security vetting may require 5 to 10 years of continuous residence in the UK.

Closing Date: 26th May 2025. We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply early.

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