Senior Structural Engineer

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Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Barrow-in-Furness is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to work on complex steel structures for submarine build. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and requires an Engineering Degree plus relevant experience. Applicants with knowledge of Eurocodes and a working knowledge of analytical software such as ABAQUS will be preferred. Competitive benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Green car scheme

Qualifications

• Must have an Engineering Degree or equivalent with extensive experience.
• Knowledge in hand analysis, design techniques, and report writing.
• Familiarity with mechanical engineering and structural steelwork.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design complex steel structures for submarines.
• Support manufacturing and installation of submarine components.
• Produce equipment supporting operation in production.

Skills

Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent

Experience in hand analysis and design techniques

Understanding of Eurocodes and British Standards

Good understanding of mechanical engineering

Working knowledge of ABAQUS

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Structural Engineering Degree

Tools

ABAQUS

S-Frame

MathCAD

Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness – hybrid and flexible working arrangements available (please speak to your recruiter about options for this role)

Salary: Competitive

What you’ll be doing

• Analysis and Design of complex steel structures utilising Eurocodes, British Standards and BAE standards, to support submarine build
• Utilise knowledge of specific regulations and requirements beyond those used within BAE Systems (e.g., LOLER, codes of compliance, weld specifications, geometric tolerance)
• Competent in computer-based analytical techniques including finite element analysis, CAD modelling and engineering schematics (Abaqus, S-Frame)
• Support the manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling, and installation processes of submarine structures, modules and components
• Support a busy environment with knowledge of facility and site restrictions applicable to shipping, handling, alignment and installation of hull units, large equipment, and structures
• Assist in the production of concept drawings, layouts, and other technical outputs consistent with contractual requirements to meet target dates and budget demands

Your skills and experiences

• Essential: Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent, or HND with extensive years’ experience (Civil/Mechanical/Structural)
• Experience in undertaking hand analysis and design techniques including report writing
• Understanding of Eurocodes and British Standards
• Good understanding of mechanical engineering, structural steelwork, lifting and LOLER
• Working knowledge of ABAQUS (Software), S-Frame, Foran, MathCAD and Excel
• Member of Professional Institution – IMechE, ICE, IStructE; Incorporated Engineer IEng status or working towards Incorporated Status with aim of progressing to CEng
• Desirable: Previous knowledge in a production environment, preferably marine production

Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme and employee share plans
• Flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts
• Annual incentive may apply

Specialist Structures Department

As a Senior Engineer, you will be working with a dual-function team (design and engineers) of 14 people at various seniority levels (S3, S4, S5). The team is responsible for engineering assessments of designs in support of build. You will work with design to produce equipment and/or support operation in production to produce safety-critical equipment. Relocation packages across Submarines roles are available, subject to 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 thought, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential.

Inclusion and adjustments

We welcome people from all backgrounds and want recruitment processes to be as inclusive as possible. If you have a health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments. Some roles are subject to security and export control restrictions.

Security, vetting and eligibility

Factors such as your nationality, any you may have previously held, and 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. Some roles require higher levels of Security Vetting, which may require up to 5 to 10 years of continuous residence in the UK depending on the level required to allow meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing date

Closing Date: 25th September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Submit your application as early as possible.