Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Barrow-in-Furness. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex projects that contribute to national defense, while also providing avenues for career growth and development. You will be responsible for developing design evidence, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring the highest standards of engineering practices. With a competitive benefits package and a commitment to inclusivity, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the engineering field.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle2Work

Employee Discounts

Annual Incentive Eligibility

Qualifications

• Degree level education in Engineering or Science subjects.
• Ability to design documentation and present to customers.

Responsibilities

• Developing design evidence for safe and effective solutions.
• Mentoring junior engineers and providing technical guidance.

Skills

Engineering Design Documentation

Complex Engineering Calculations

Engineering Lifecycle Management

CAD

MS Office

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Science

Tools

CAD Software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness

This position will require full-time on-site presence.

Salary: Competitive

What you’ll be doing:

1. Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution.
2. Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products, and systems suitable for testing.
3. Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues.
4. Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed, and met.
5. Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters.
6. Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences, and keeping abreast of novel technical concepts and markets.
7. Authoring/co-authoring technical reports, papers, articles, patents, and presentations as required.

Your skills and experiences:

• Educated to Degree level in Engineering, Mechanical, or Science Subjects.
• Ability to design documentation and present these to customers and wider groups.
• Ability to solve complex engineering calculations.
• Engineering Lifecycle background.
• Proficient in CAD, MS Office, and comfortable with other IT applications.

Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance program, Cycle2Work, and employee discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The T&C Engineering Support team:

As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to be involved in planning and reactive support to ensure the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken safely and appropriately, maintaining design intent.

Opportunities:

This role offers a chance to work on some of our most complex projects to date and provides great career development opportunities. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented groups in our industry, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and individuals with health conditions. Please discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit the roles you can perform based on your nationality, previous security clearances, and place of birth.

Closing Date: 17th May 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply early.