Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Rugby; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer to develop and oversee vehicle control solutions. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary. The successful candidate will engage with stakeholders and ensure compliance with various standards while nurturing team development.

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 large scale C&I systems.
• Experience with managing non-functional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution.
• Work with stakeholders to oversee vehicle control solution delivery.

Skills

C&I design

Functional Safety

Communication protocols

Education

Degree in Engineering

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 a large scale C&I system ensuring it meets a wide range of requirements, such as functional, defence standards, industrial standards, etc.
• Experience with managing non-functional requirements (i.e., EMC, shock, etc.) meeting industrial compliance
• Experience of authoring and/or reviewing design documents, such as I/O schedules, functional design specification, functional chronicle, interface control document, etc.
• Degree level qualification (or equivalent experience) in relevant STEM subject (Engineering/ Physics/ Maths/ Science)
• Desirable: Understanding of control system architecture and communication protocols (i.e., RS-485, PROFIBUS)
• History in IEC 61508 – Functional Safety (or similar) and production of supporting evidence to substantiate 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 an annual incentive.

The Platform Complex Systems team:

BAE Systems Submarines is opening a new office in Coventry to support our ongoing recruitment for submarines programs. These roles offer opportunities to develop skills, build a career, and include relocation support packages, subject to eligibility.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real difference. We value an inclusive culture that rewards integrity and merit, empowering you to fulfill your potential.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented groups, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and individuals with health conditions. Please discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Additional information:

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

Closing Date: 26th May 2025. We may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Interested candidates should apply promptly.

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