Senior Mechanical Engineer - Site & Facilities

ZipRecruiter; Askam-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in HVAC and LEV systems. In this role, you will ensure compliance with regulations, provide technical guidance, and prepare documentation. The position offers competitive pay, hybrid working arrangements, and the chance to contribute to a multi-disciplinary team. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications and a strong background in HVAC and LEV systems.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• HNC / HND qualification in Building Services Engineering or similar.
• Completion of British Occupational Health Society P601 in Local Exhaust Ventilation.
• Membership with a recognised engineering professional body is preferred.
• Experience in HVAC and LEV systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review HVAC and LEV system designs for compliance.
• Provide technical advice on HVAC and LEV matters.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare technical documentation for implementation of systems.

Skills

HNC / HND qualification in Building Services Engineering or a closely related discipline

British Occupational Health Society P601 in Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) or equivalent LEV training

Membership with a recognised engineering professional body

Proven background in the design, installation or maintenance of HVAC and/or LEV systems

Job description

Overview

Job title: Senior Mechanical Engineer – Site & Facilities
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: £40,748 Dependent on experience

What you’ll be doing

• Review HVAC and LEV system designs from external contractors and consultants to ensure alignment with current legislation, regulations, and site-specific standards
• Provide expert technical advice and recommendations on HVAC and LEV matters across the wider business
• Collaborate with site stakeholders to ensure new and existing LEV systems comply fully with regulatory requirements
• Prepare detailed technical documentation and reports to support the implementation of new or upgraded HVAC and LEV systems
• Work closely with end users to define system requirements for HVAC and LEV installations
• Support Principal Engineers in developing and maintain site engineering standards related to HVAC and LEV systems
• Ensure all new or modified assets meet current regulatory standards and satisfy stakeholder expectations
• Assist project teams by reviewing installation and commissioning activities where HVAC / LEV expertise is required

Your skills and experiences

• HNC / HND qualification in Building Services Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Completion of British Occupational Health Society P601 in Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV), or equivalent LEV training
• Membership with a recognised engineering professional body such as the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) or the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), with a clear path towards Chartered Engineer status
• Proven background in the design, installation or maintenance of HVAC and/or LEV systems

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Mechanical Site & Facilities team

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Site & Facilities, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team of suitably qualified and experienced professionals across Electrical, Mechanical and Civil / Structural engineering.

The primary focus of the team is to define and maintain site engineering standards and requirements for equipment, systems, and facilities in compliance with relevant legislation and operational processes. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you will be able to make a real difference.

Inclusivity and adjustments

You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a or 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.

Security and eligibility

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 , any nationalities 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 leave 5 to 10 years of continuous in the UK depending in the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 17 th September 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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