Undergraduate Structural Engineer

BAE Systems.; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and aerospace manufacturer is seeking an Undergraduate Submarines Structural Engineer to support the design and analysis of submarines. You will work on critical tasks, from design to operational lifecycle, ensuring submarines meet rigorous safety standards. The role offers a competitive salary of £24,300 and various employee benefits, promoting an inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health benefits

Shopping discounts

Potential annual incentive

Qualifications

• Predicted or achieved a 2.2 in your Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant STEM subject.

Responsibilities

• Join an exciting team working throughout the submarine life cycle.
• Support the structural design of submarines.
• Design equipment to withstand shock and dynamic movements.
• Oversee lifting arrangements and submarine movements.
• Conduct structural and stress analysis.

Skills

2.2 in Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant STEM subject

Structural Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Undergraduate Submarines Structural Engineer

Location: Barrow (Cumbria)

Length of contract: 12 months

Start date: 22nd June 2026

Qualifications

As a minimum requirement you'll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant STEM subject, Structural, Mechanical or Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• You'll join an exciting team who work throughout the whole Submarine life cycle, from concept through to activities with the operational fleet.
• Supporting the Structural Design of Submarines.
• Outfit design - including sheet metal, deck coverings, furniture, and fittings, to ensure a habitable submarine environment.
• Designing equipment to withstand shock and dynamic movements of the submarine whilst in operation.
• Lifting Arrangement Design and oversight of submarine movements
• Structural and Stress Analysis.

Salary

Salary: £24,300

Benefits

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

The Submarines Team

Be a part of designing, building, testing, and commissioning the Astute and Dreadnought Class, the largest and most advanced submarines operated by the Royal Navy, providing a powerful and secure deterrent for the United Kingdom.

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 diversity of 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 disability 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.

Security & Vetting

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