Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Naval Fluid Systems

BAE Systems - UK; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in the UK is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the development of complex fluid systems in Barrow-in-Furness. You will work in a challenging environment, ensuring designs meet strict performance, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background and experience with fluid dynamics. BAE Systems offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package including health and wellness options.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Health and wellbeing benefits

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Degree-level education in engineering with Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Experience in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering in a regulated environment.
• Proficient in fluid dynamics and transient analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of complex fluid systems.
• Create and review engineering deliverables.
• Conduct advanced system analyses for performance validation.
• Select critical equipment for submarine environments.
• Ensure compliance with design integrity and safety.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

System performance modelling

Design and analysis of fluid systems

Education

Degree in engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

FloMASTER

FluidFlow

MATLAB

ANSYS

Job description

A leading defence contractor in the UK is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the development of complex fluid systems in Barrow-in-Furness. You will work in a challenging environment, ensuring designs meet strict performance, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background and experience with fluid dynamics. BAE Systems offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package including health and wellness options.