Senior Mechanical Engineer — Submarine Systems Lead

BAE Systems; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defence contractor in Coventry is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of critical systems for Nuclear Submarines. This role demands expertise in Mechanical Engineering, particularly in Rotator Machinery. Successful candidates will manage complex engineering problems and build relationships with stakeholders. The position provides opportunities for mentoring and development within a new team, along with an inclusive workplace culture. Competitive salary and benefits are available.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Strong background in Mechanical Engineering, especially in Rotator Machinery and Fluid Dynamics.
• Demonstrable experience through various product lifecycle stages.
• Ability to work within a cross-functional team and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop mechanical engineering systems and components.
• Build relationships with suppliers for equipment specifications.
• Work with customers to develop requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Review engineering calculations and demonstrate system performance.
• Coordinate a wide stakeholder base to solve engineering problems.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering background in Rotator Machinery

Experience in mechanical engineering product lifecycle

Ability to prioritise workload

Passion for solving complex engineering calculations

Education

Degree in Engineering, Mechanical or Science subjects

Job description

A leading aerospace and defence contractor in Coventry is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of critical systems for Nuclear Submarines. This role demands expertise in Mechanical Engineering, particularly in Rotator Machinery. Successful candidates will manage complex engineering problems and build relationships with stakeholders. The position provides opportunities for mentoring and development within a new team, along with an inclusive workplace culture. Competitive salary and benefits are available.