Senior Structural Engineer in The Hill

Energy Jobline ZR; The Hill; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy job board in the UK is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to conduct engineering assessments in support of submarine construction. The ideal candidate has an Engineering Degree and experience in complex structural design. This position offers competitive salary, relocation support, and an inclusive work environment with flexible benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent / OR HND with extensive experience in Civil/Mechanical/Structural.
• Experience in Hand Analysis and Design Techniques including Report Writing.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering and structural steelwork.

Responsibilities

• Conducting analysis and design of complex structures in accordance with Eurocodes.
• Providing support for manufacturing and installation of Submarine structures.
• Assisting in the development of concept drawings and layouts.

Skills

Experience in undertaking Hand Analysis and Design Techniques

Strong understanding of mechanical engineering

Understanding of the use of Eurocodes and British Standards

Education

Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent

Tools

ABAQUS

MathCAD

Excel

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Description

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.
• Apply 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.

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• 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:

• Competitive pension scheme.
• Employee share plans.
• Extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts.
• 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’ll 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. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.

If you have a 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 , any 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 Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 28th November 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. LI-MS1 LI-Hybrid

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