Senior Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Kirkby-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Barrow-in-Furness. This role involves the analysis and design of complex structures for submarine builds, utilizing knowledge of Eurocodes, and mechanical engineering standards. The ideal candidate will hold an Engineering degree and have experience in design techniques and regulatory compliance. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement and various benefits, including a competitive pension scheme and health programs.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with relevant experience or HND with extensive experience.
• Experience in undertakings design techniques including report writing.
• Understanding of lifting handling and LOLER regulations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design complex steel structures for submarine builds.
• Support manufacturing, lifting, and installation processes.
• Assist in production of concept drawings and technical outputs.

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

Member of Professional Institution

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 – speak to your recruiter about options for this role

Salary: Competitive

Closing Date: 25th September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. LI-MS1 LI-Hybrid

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 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 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 production of concept drawings, layouts, and other technical outputs to meet contractual requirements and target dates and budget demands.

Skills and experiences

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• Essential
• Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent, or HND with extensive 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 handling, 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 to progress to CEng.
• Desirable: Previous knowledge in a production environment – experience in a marine production environment advantageous.

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Specialist Structures Department

As a Senior Engineer, you will work 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. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, 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, integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential.

EEO and accessibility

We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to ensure our recruitment processes are 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. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may affect eligibility. All applicants must meet Baseline Personnel Security Standard; higher levels of Security Vetting may be required.