Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer, where you will be part of a newly formed team dedicated to innovating submarine design. This role offers the opportunity to lead the development of critical systems for next-generation Nuclear Submarines, while collaborating with passionate engineers and mentoring junior staff. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company values integrity and aims to create an environment where everyone can thrive. Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including a pension plan, enhanced leave, and flexible working arrangements, while making a significant impact in the defense industry.

Benefits

Competitive pension

Enhanced annual leave

Share incentive plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance

Cycle2work

Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical engineering across product lifecycle stages.
• Ability to prioritize workload and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop mechanical engineering systems and components.
• Build relationships with suppliers to meet specifications.
• Coordinate stakeholders to solve complex engineering problems.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Rotator Machinery

Fluid Dynamics

Problem-solving

Engineering Calculations

Leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Science subjects

Job description

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Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer, Royal Leamington Spa

Client: BAE Systems

Location: Royal Leamington Spa, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Job title: Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer

Location: Coventry. This is an onsite position.

What you’ll be doing:

In this role, you will join a newly formed Mechanical Engineering team within a new office based in Coventry. The team aims to deliver crucial ship services, crew life support capabilities, and equipment for current and next-generation Nuclear Submarines. This role involves supporting the design and development of various critical systems of the SSN AUKUS.

• Lead and develop mechanical engineering systems, equipment, and components.
• Build relationships with suppliers to meet demanding equipment and component specifications.
• Work directly with the customer to develop requirements and acceptance criteria based on operational scenarios and design considerations.
• Perform and review engineering calculations and analyses to demonstrate system performance.
• Coordinate and influence stakeholders to solve complex engineering problems and make responsible decisions.

Your skills and experiences:

• Background in Mechanical Engineering, Rotator Machinery, Components, or Fluid Dynamics.
• Experience applying mechanical engineering across product lifecycle stages.
• Ability to prioritize workload and work well within a cross-functional team.
• Passion for problem-solving and complex engineering calculations.
• Degree in Engineering, Mechanical, or Science subjects.
• Leadership and mentoring experience.

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension, enhanced annual leave, share incentive plan, flexible working, employee assistance, Cycle2work, and discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Platform Systems team:

As a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer in our Platform Systems team, you will join a new team at our Coventry site, working with passionate engineers to innovate submarine design. You will have opportunities to mentor junior staff and develop your skills. Relocation support is available for eligible roles.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real impact. We value diversity, integrity, and merit, and aim to be inclusive, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups. If you have a disability or health condition, discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Many roles are subject to security and export restrictions, which may affect eligibility based on nationality, residency, and security clearance requirements. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher security vetting may require 5-10 years of UK residency.

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Apply early to be considered.