Senior EMC Engineer – Naval Nuclear Systems (Hybrid)

Babcock International; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Matched pension with life assurance

Digital GP and health checks

Job summary

Babcock International is seeking a Principal Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer to lead EMC activities at the Bristol site. You will act as the technical authority for EMC in Naval Nuclear programmes, delivering testing, documentation, and policy development to maintain safety and mission readiness.

You will guide a cross-functional team, manage complex projects, and drive improvements across EMC processes while engaging with MoD stakeholders and internal engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Subject Matter Expert knowledge of DEF STAN 59-411.
• Strong understanding of EMC principles, standards, and theory.
• Experience with MoD Submarine Delivery Agency environment and stakeholder landscape.
• Experience authoring EMC Control Plans and associated documentation.
• Experience developing EMC design policies, including cable routing and segregation guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers delivering EMC testing and support projects.
• Manage scoping, planning, scheduling, and budgeting of EMC testing activities.
• Drive continuous improvement across EMC support and testing processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customer stakeholders to improve project outcomes.
• Grow EMC capability and support development of future engineering opportunities.

Skills

EMC testing

Leadership

Project management

DEF STAN 59-411

Education

HNC or Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Chartered Engineer track or in progress

Tools

EMC test equipment

Job description

Babcock International is seeking a Principal Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer to lead EMC activities at the Bristol site. You will act as the technical authority for EMC in Naval Nuclear programmes, delivering testing, documentation, and policy development to maintain safety and mission readiness.

You will guide a cross-functional team, manage complex projects, and drive improvements across EMC processes while engaging with MoD stakeholders and internal engineering teams.