Supervisor Engineering Electrical in Cumbria

Energy Jobline ZR; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Site & Facilities Electrical Engineer with experience in High Voltage systems. Responsibilities include defining electrical standards, conducting design assessments, and leading engineering improvements. Candidates should have a relevant degree and leadership experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a pension scheme and flexible health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Private health plans

Qualifications

• Electrical engineer with demonstrable experience in 11kV systems.
• Registered with an Engineering professional institute.
• Experience within a Nuclear Environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define site standards and technical requirements in electrical engineering.
• Conduct reviews and assessments of design proposals.
• Produce technical documentation and reports.

Skills

High Voltage engineering experience

Familiarity with commercial standards

Leadership experience in an engineering environment

Education

Degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Job Title

Site & Facilities Electrical Engineering (HV)

Location

Barrow-in-Furness / Hybrid 3 days on site.

Salary

45,628 – 61,500 (Commensurate with skills and experience)

What you'll be doing

• Defining site standards, processes and technical requirements in terms of electrical engineering for equipment, systems and facilities
• Conduct reviews and assessments of design proposals to ensure that the equipment/facilities are designed, constructed, commissioned, operated and maintained in accordance with the appropriate processes and standards
• Production of technical documentation and reports
• Input into problem solving, engineering issues relating to the subject matter
• Point of contact for High Voltage issues regarding standards for site electrical systems
• Ability to chair and lead improvements (policy, equipment, capabilities) with site risk cells set up to ensure compliance with relevant regulations

Your skills and experiences

• Electrical engineer with demonstrable High Voltage engineering experience of 11kV systems
• Demonstrable experience of working in an industrial engineering environment with familiarity of commercial standards
• Degree qualified in electrical engineering or equivalent (e.g. HND with relevant experience)
• Registered with an Engineering professional institute and have the ability to achieve chartered status
• Demonstrable experience of leadership within an engineering environment and familiarity with commercial British standards
• Proven engineering experience within a technical role with transferrable skills
• Experience within a Nuclear Environment to relevant ONR License Conditions or similar highly regulated business would be desirable

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also 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.

Team

The Site Specialist Engineering Electrical team provides specialist support to the business with respect to setting electrical standards and requirements for equipment/systems/facilities in accordance with legislation/processes.

The team supports a wide range of electrical disciplines and there are opportunities to learn and develop in LV, HV, C/I and Communications. Each day varies with the chance to problem solve and drive innovative solutions from your experiences.

Additional Information

As the Barrow site infrastructure grows you can play a part in the development of new facilities and help drive improvements in aging and existing systems, structures and components.

We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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, merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds; if you have a health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Security & Vetting

Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. All applicants must, as a minimum, achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Some roles require higher levels of Security Vetting where applicants must have 5 to 10 years of continuous security background in the UK depending on the vetting level required.

Closing Date

29th October 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.

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