System Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an ambitious engineer to join their team working on cutting-edge submarine systems. This exciting role offers the chance to contribute to the design, development, and validation of complex systems within the defense technology sector. You will collaborate with a dynamic team of experts, gaining invaluable experience while deepening your technical expertise. The company fosters a supportive environment for learning and growth, making it the perfect opportunity for those eager to advance their careers in a challenging and rewarding field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field is essential for this role.
• Extensive experience in process and governance practices is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in developing engineering processes and governance.
• Support documentation of domain knowledge to enhance team expertise.
• Ensure comprehensive design proving evidence is maintained.

Skills

Engineering Processes

Governance Practices

Technical Guidance

Process Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field

Job description

Are you an ambitious engineer looking to work on cutting-edge submarine systems? We are seeking talented individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and make an impact in the world of defense technology. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to the design, development, and validation of complex submarine systems, all while working alongside a dynamic team of experts. Whether you're looking to deepen your technical expertise or expand your skill set, we offer the environment and support for you to thrive and advance in your career.

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialist knowledge and subject matter expertise in the development of engineering processes. Identify the need for, develop, communicate, and maintain processes supporting the entire engineering lifecycle.
• Understand and articulate the impact of their processes on other areas of the functional and wider business. Understand and articulate the role of governance within and beyond Engineering.
• Ensure design proving evidence is comprehensive, captured within the correct tools and documentation, and has been endorsed by the appropriate level of authority.
• Support the development of estimates for the scope of work and resources required to deliver it in order to support bids, proposal development, and project planning activities from a process and governance perspective.
• Support the documentation of domain knowledge and be able to pass on information and expertise in order to help grow the knowledge base within appropriate business teams.
• Provide technical guidance to other engineers and support the engineering management team in planning and controlling specialist activities.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in a STEM-related field.
• Extensive experience and expertise in process, governance, and assurance practices, preferably within the defence sector.
• Familiarity with the engineering lifecycle, including direct experience in the relevant phase for this role, as well as an understanding of the broader engineering process.
• A strong technical understanding of how your work contributes to the overall product, platform, or programme.