Senior Structural Engineer

BAE Systems; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense sector is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to support submarine construction. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree and experience in design and analysis. This is a full-time position offering flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Company contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working options

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work scheme

Employee discounts

Eligibility for annual incentive

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree required.
• Experience with Hand Analysis and Design Techniques necessary.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and structural principles.

Responsibilities

• Conducting analysis and design of structures for submarine construction.
• Supporting manufacturing and installation processes.
• Developing concept drawings and technical deliverables.

Skills

Engineering Degree BEng/MEng

Hand Analysis

Design Techniques

Knowledge of Eurocodes

Mechanical Engineering

Structural Steelwork

Education

Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent

HND with extensive experience

Tools

ABAQUS

S-Frame

MathCAD

Excel

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Job title: Senior Structural Engineer

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: Competitive

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conducting analysis and design of complex structures in accordance with Eurocodes, British Standards and BAE standards to support Submarine construction
• You will apply your expertise in regulations and requirements that extend beyond those used within BAE Systems, including LOLER, Codes of Compliance, Weld Specifications, and Geometric Tolerance
• Proficient in computer based analytical methods, including finite element analysis, CAD modelling and interpreting engineering schematics (Abaqus, S-Frame)
• Providing support for the manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling, and installation of Submarine structures, modules and components
• Contributing in a fast-paced environment by applying knowledge of facility and site constraints related to the shipping, handling, alignment, and installation of hull units, large equipment, and structural components
• Assisting in the development of concept drawings, layouts and other technical deliverables in line with the contractual obligations, ensuring alignment with project schedules, targets and budget constraints
  
  

Essential

Your skills and experiences:

• Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent / OR HND with extensive experience in Civil/Mechanical/Structural
• Experience in undertaking Hand Analysis and Design Techniques including Report Writing
• Understanding of the use of Eurocodes and British Standards
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering, structural steelwork, knowledge of lifting handling and LOLER
  
  

Desirable

• Previous knowledge in a production environment – experience in a marine production environment is advantageous
• Working knowledge of ABAQUS (Software), S-Frame, MathCAD and Excel
  
  

Benefits

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave incentive and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Production Engineering Department Team

As a Senior Structural Engineer within the Production Engineering Department, you will collaborate with a dual-function team comprising of both designers and engineers. Joining a rapidly growing team on a new programme, you will be responsible for conducting engineering assessments to support the build process. Working closely with the design team, you will contribute to the development of equipment and provide operational and production support for the delivery of safety-critical systems. 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. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity 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 disability 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.

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 nationality, 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 National Security Vetting where applicants must typically leave 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending in the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 11th July 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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