Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal HVAC Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of cutting-edge HVAC systems, ensuring they meet demanding performance, safety, and environmental standards Create and review high-impact engineering artefacts - from specifications and P&IDs to calculations and 3D models Drive advanced thermal, airflow, and pressure analyses toto validate system performance in challenging conditions Transform complex requirements into robust, innovative, and verifiable design solutions that set the benchmark for excellence Guide and influence engineers, suppliers, and design partners, shaping best-in-class HVAC integration across the platform Enhance design standards and evaluate specialist equipment, contributing to reviews, hazard assessments, and lifecycle verification Your skills and experiences: Essential Strong technical expertise in HVAC and mechanical system design, including psychometrics, thermal analysis, equipment specification, schematics and system balancing Awareness of multi-disciplinary system integration challenges across structures, electrical, controls, safety, and installation Excellent technical communication and reporting abilities, engaging both internal and external stakeholders STEM degree (or equivalent experience), ideally working toward or holding professional registration (CEng preferred) Desirable Proven experience working in complex or regulated industries, with knowledge of standards such as ISO 15138, BS EN 378, ASHRAE, or CIBSE Skilled in system performance assessment, design validation, modelling, and failure analysis 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. The Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team: As a Principal HVAC Design Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of one of the UK's most advanced engineering programmes - leading the delivery of complex HVAC systems that shape the future of submarine platforms. You'll take ownership of high-impact systems, provide trusted technical authority, and work across multiple disciplines to drive innovative solutions into reality. You'll be part of the Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team - a fast-moving, highly collaborative group of specialists pushing the boundaries of submarine engineering. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experts from diverse backgrounds and partner organisations, contributing to mechanical capabilities that are critical to the success of the entire platform 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 12th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal HVAC Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of cutting-edge HVAC systems, ensuring they meet demanding performance, safety, and environmental standards Create and review high-impact engineering artefacts - from specifications and P&IDs to calculations and 3D models Drive advanced thermal, airflow, and pressure analyses toto validate system performance in challenging conditions Transform complex requirements into robust, innovative, and verifiable design solutions that set the benchmark for excellence Guide and influence engineers, suppliers, and design partners, shaping best-in-class HVAC integration across the platform Enhance design standards and evaluate specialist equipment, contributing to reviews, hazard assessments, and lifecycle verification Your skills and experiences: Essential Strong technical expertise in HVAC and mechanical system design, including psychometrics, thermal analysis, equipment specification, schematics and system balancing Awareness of multi-disciplinary system integration challenges across structures, electrical, controls, safety, and installation Excellent technical communication and reporting abilities, engaging both internal and external stakeholders STEM degree (or equivalent experience), ideally working toward or holding professional registration (CEng preferred) Desirable Proven experience working in complex or regulated industries, with knowledge of standards such as ISO 15138, BS EN 378, ASHRAE, or CIBSE Skilled in system performance assessment, design validation, modelling, and failure analysis 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. The Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team: As a Principal HVAC Design Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of one of the UK's most advanced engineering programmes - leading the delivery of complex HVAC systems that shape the future of submarine platforms. You'll take ownership of high-impact systems, provide trusted technical authority, and work across multiple disciplines to drive innovative solutions into reality. You'll be part of the Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team - a fast-moving, highly collaborative group of specialists pushing the boundaries of submarine engineering. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experts from diverse backgrounds and partner organisations, contributing to mechanical capabilities that are critical to the success of the entire platform 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 12th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: As a Lead Principal Engineer within the SSNA Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team (IDT), you will play a key leadership role in delivering engineering scope across a complex and fast-paced submarine programme. You'll take ownership of multiple systems, provide technical assurance, and collaborate across disciplines to drive delivery forward. Leading the delivery of assigned engineering scope, ensuring quality and timely outputs across design, integration, and qualification Overseeing technical ownership of several mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with system requirements and effective collaboration across interface areas Producing engineering artifacts, including documentation, calculations and performing simulation/analysis. Managing task allocation and progress tracking through structured tools (Jira/Confluence), ensuring alignment with programme milestones, cost, and schedule expectations Coaching and supporting engineers at all levels - from graduates to senior professionals - to grow technical capability and confidence Working closely with peers, suppliers, and wider functional stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain delivery momentum Reviewing technical documentation, supporting hazard assessments, and managing change control with sound engineering judgement Proactively identifying and addressing shortfalls in delivery, documentation or process - embedding a culture of openness, improvement, and accountability Your skills and experiences: We're looking for someone who can confidently lead engineering work packages while mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative delivery culture. You should have: A proven track record of delivering complex mechanical or multi-disciplinary engineering tasks in a regulated environment Experience mentoring or coaching engineers to support technical and professional growth Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to lead conversations, challenge constructively, and build strong working relationships The ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, project, safety, ILS and supply chain functions Familiarity with task and documentation management tools such as Jira and Confluence Working toward or already professionally registered (CEng strongly preferred) A STEM-related degree (or equivalent experience) with strong foundations in systems thinking and platform-level integration 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. The Platform Mechanical team: You'll join the Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team - a dynamic, collaborative engineering group working at the forefront of submarine platform development. The team brings together engineers from across disciplines, career levels, and partner organisations to deliver critical mechanical capability. Through close engagement with suppliers, systems engineers, and programme stakeholders, you'll play a central role in shaping high-integrity technical solutions, supporting team development, and ensuring delivery remains aligned with the wider programme plan and budget. We have multiple roles available & will be offering positions within the following disciplines; Air Purification & Atmosphere Monitoring, Trim & Compensation, Hydraulics, Air Movement & HVAC, and Cooling. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 3rd March 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: As a Lead Principal Engineer within the SSNA Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team (IDT), you will play a key leadership role in delivering engineering scope across a complex and fast-paced submarine programme. You'll take ownership of multiple systems, provide technical assurance, and collaborate across disciplines to drive delivery forward. Leading the delivery of assigned engineering scope, ensuring quality and timely outputs across design, integration, and qualification Overseeing technical ownership of several mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with system requirements and effective collaboration across interface areas Producing engineering artifacts, including documentation, calculations and performing simulation/analysis. Managing task allocation and progress tracking through structured tools (Jira/Confluence), ensuring alignment with programme milestones, cost, and schedule expectations Coaching and supporting engineers at all levels - from graduates to senior professionals - to grow technical capability and confidence Working closely with peers, suppliers, and wider functional stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain delivery momentum Reviewing technical documentation, supporting hazard assessments, and managing change control with sound engineering judgement Proactively identifying and addressing shortfalls in delivery, documentation or process - embedding a culture of openness, improvement, and accountability Your skills and experiences: We're looking for someone who can confidently lead engineering work packages while mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative delivery culture. You should have: A proven track record of delivering complex mechanical or multi-disciplinary engineering tasks in a regulated environment Experience mentoring or coaching engineers to support technical and professional growth Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to lead conversations, challenge constructively, and build strong working relationships The ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, project, safety, ILS and supply chain functions Familiarity with task and documentation management tools such as Jira and Confluence Working toward or already professionally registered (CEng strongly preferred) A STEM-related degree (or equivalent experience) with strong foundations in systems thinking and platform-level integration 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. The Platform Mechanical team: You'll join the Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team - a dynamic, collaborative engineering group working at the forefront of submarine platform development. The team brings together engineers from across disciplines, career levels, and partner organisations to deliver critical mechanical capability. Through close engagement with suppliers, systems engineers, and programme stakeholders, you'll play a central role in shaping high-integrity technical solutions, supporting team development, and ensuring delivery remains aligned with the wider programme plan and budget. We have multiple roles available & will be offering positions within the following disciplines; Air Purification & Atmosphere Monitoring, Trim & Compensation, Hydraulics, Air Movement & HVAC, and Cooling. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 3rd March 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal HVAC Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of cutting-edge HVAC systems, ensuring they meet demanding performance, safety, and environmental standards Create and review high-impact engineering artefacts - from specifications and P&IDs to calculations and 3D models Drive advanced thermal, airflow, and pressure analyses toto validate system performance in challenging conditions Transform complex requirements into robust, innovative, and verifiable design solutions that set the benchmark for excellence Guide and influence engineers, suppliers, and design partners, shaping best-in-class HVAC integration across the platform Enhance design standards and evaluate specialist equipment, contributing to reviews, hazard assessments, and lifecycle verification Your skills and experiences: Essential Strong technical expertise in HVAC and mechanical system design, including psychometrics, thermal analysis, equipment specification, schematics and system balancing Awareness of multi-disciplinary system integration challenges across structures, electrical, controls, safety, and installation Excellent technical communication and reporting abilities, engaging both internal and external stakeholders STEM degree (or equivalent experience), ideally working toward or holding professional registration (CEng preferred) Desirable Proven experience working in complex or regulated industries, with knowledge of standards such as ISO 15138, BS EN 378, ASHRAE, or CIBSE Skilled in system performance assessment, design validation, modelling, and failure analysis 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. The Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team: As a Principal HVAC Design Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of one of the UK's most advanced engineering programmes - leading the delivery of complex HVAC systems that shape the future of submarine platforms. You'll take ownership of high-impact systems, provide trusted technical authority, and work across multiple disciplines to drive innovative solutions into reality. You'll be part of the Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team - a fast-moving, highly collaborative group of specialists pushing the boundaries of submarine engineering. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experts from diverse backgrounds and partner organisations, contributing to mechanical capabilities that are critical to the success of the entire platform 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 12th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal HVAC Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of cutting-edge HVAC systems, ensuring they meet demanding performance, safety, and environmental standards Create and review high-impact engineering artefacts - from specifications and P&IDs to calculations and 3D models Drive advanced thermal, airflow, and pressure analyses toto validate system performance in challenging conditions Transform complex requirements into robust, innovative, and verifiable design solutions that set the benchmark for excellence Guide and influence engineers, suppliers, and design partners, shaping best-in-class HVAC integration across the platform Enhance design standards and evaluate specialist equipment, contributing to reviews, hazard assessments, and lifecycle verification Your skills and experiences: Essential Strong technical expertise in HVAC and mechanical system design, including psychometrics, thermal analysis, equipment specification, schematics and system balancing Awareness of multi-disciplinary system integration challenges across structures, electrical, controls, safety, and installation Excellent technical communication and reporting abilities, engaging both internal and external stakeholders STEM degree (or equivalent experience), ideally working toward or holding professional registration (CEng preferred) Desirable Proven experience working in complex or regulated industries, with knowledge of standards such as ISO 15138, BS EN 378, ASHRAE, or CIBSE Skilled in system performance assessment, design validation, modelling, and failure analysis 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. The Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team: As a Principal HVAC Design Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of one of the UK's most advanced engineering programmes - leading the delivery of complex HVAC systems that shape the future of submarine platforms. You'll take ownership of high-impact systems, provide trusted technical authority, and work across multiple disciplines to drive innovative solutions into reality. You'll be part of the Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team - a fast-moving, highly collaborative group of specialists pushing the boundaries of submarine engineering. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experts from diverse backgrounds and partner organisations, contributing to mechanical capabilities that are critical to the success of the entire platform 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 12th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) 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. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) 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. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 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.
Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
As the Senior Production Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day engineering leadership across 2 manufacturing areas. You will be the key technical authority onsite, ensuring stable, compliant, highly efficient operations while driving capital investment and strategic engineering improvements. Client Details My client is a global leader within the life sciences and advanced manufacturing sector, supporting customers who deliver breakthrough solutions. Their Cardiff site is a high-growth facility producing highly technical products under stringent quality and regulatory standards. Description Responsibilities Provide hands-on engineering support across manual and automated production lines. Act as the principal contact for resolving technical, process, validation, and quality issues internally and with key suppliers. Scope, purchase, install, validate, and introduce new machinery through structured change control. Deliver measurable cost savings, process improvements, and waste-reduction initiatives. Project manage significant capital projects from concept to completion, including budget control. Develop and maintain an Engineering Master Plan, assessing future space, equipment, and capability needs. Champion the use of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, TPM). Produce high-quality documentation including specifications, SOPs, training materials, and maintenance standards. Ensure equipment reliability by aligning maintenance strategies with production priorities. Profile Ideal Candidate Demonstrated leadership experience within an operations or production engineering environment. Degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience). Strong background in regulated manufacturing (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceutical, biotech, aerospace, automotive). Hands-on experience implementing change, introducing new equipment, and leading technical investigations. Practitioner-level understanding of TPM, with evidence of driving cultural adoption. Knowledge of SPC and use of data to inform decision-making and process control. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills at all levels. Ability to balance long-term engineering strategy with pragmatic, day-to-day problem solving. Job Offer Competitive base salary package aligned to senior engineering leadership. Annual bonus scheme linked to site and personal performance. Strong employer pension contribution. Private healthcare and well being support. Extensive training, CI development, and long-term career progression opportunities within a global group.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
As the Senior Production Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day engineering leadership across 2 manufacturing areas. You will be the key technical authority onsite, ensuring stable, compliant, highly efficient operations while driving capital investment and strategic engineering improvements. Client Details My client is a global leader within the life sciences and advanced manufacturing sector, supporting customers who deliver breakthrough solutions. Their Cardiff site is a high-growth facility producing highly technical products under stringent quality and regulatory standards. Description Responsibilities Provide hands-on engineering support across manual and automated production lines. Act as the principal contact for resolving technical, process, validation, and quality issues internally and with key suppliers. Scope, purchase, install, validate, and introduce new machinery through structured change control. Deliver measurable cost savings, process improvements, and waste-reduction initiatives. Project manage significant capital projects from concept to completion, including budget control. Develop and maintain an Engineering Master Plan, assessing future space, equipment, and capability needs. Champion the use of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, TPM). Produce high-quality documentation including specifications, SOPs, training materials, and maintenance standards. Ensure equipment reliability by aligning maintenance strategies with production priorities. Profile Ideal Candidate Demonstrated leadership experience within an operations or production engineering environment. Degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience). Strong background in regulated manufacturing (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceutical, biotech, aerospace, automotive). Hands-on experience implementing change, introducing new equipment, and leading technical investigations. Practitioner-level understanding of TPM, with evidence of driving cultural adoption. Knowledge of SPC and use of data to inform decision-making and process control. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills at all levels. Ability to balance long-term engineering strategy with pragmatic, day-to-day problem solving. Job Offer Competitive base salary package aligned to senior engineering leadership. Annual bonus scheme linked to site and personal performance. Strong employer pension contribution. Private healthcare and well being support. Extensive training, CI development, and long-term career progression opportunities within a global group.
Your new company Hays Belfast are currently recruiting a Civis Project Manager for a long established and highly regarded civil engineering subcontractor based in Derry City.Known for delivering high value packages across major infrastructure schemes throughout Ireland and the UK. Operating for several decades, this business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, dependable relationships, and technical capability in heavy civils. With a growing pipeline of complex projects, the company continues to expand by hiring an additional Project Manager to meet demand.Your new employer has the experience and skill set to operate successfully in diverse sectors within the construction industry both in a subcontracting capacity and as principal contractor. With a track record of successful civils works, education, community, recreation & leisure, restoration & heritage, private housing and commercial projects, this is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to join a progressive contractor. Your new role As Project Manager, your initial project will be to take responsibility for overseeing a large scale £20m groundworks package, including earthworks, drainage, retaining wall construction, and sub structure works. This role will require regular travel to sites across the UK and Ireland as you lead teams, coordinate subcontractors, manage programme and cost, and ensure the smooth delivery of all stages of the works.You will work closely with senior leadership, providing progress updates, ensuring compliance, and driving the project to completion while maintaining a high standard of safety and quality.Being the initial point of contact on site, you will sit in on client meetings, update programmes and manage the quality of works being delivered to specification, ironing out issues as they arise with support from both site and leadership teams. What you'll need to succeed To excel in this position, you should have: Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Engineer within civil engineering or groundworks packages Strong understanding of earthworks, drainage, and reinforced concrete structures Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and lead site teams effectively A proactive approach to problem solving and project delivery Willingness to travel to sites across the UK and stay away when required. Experience delivering mid to large scale civils packages will be a strong advantage. Valid management tickets or accreditation to work on sites of this scale. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary and package reflective of your experience, alongside excellent long term career opportunities with a business that supports development and progression.This is a permanent role but can offer various rates of pay or day rates if required with company benefits included. All travel and expenses will be paid for, and you will gain exposure to major projects, work within a supportive and experienced management team, and join a company known for retaining staff and rewarding commitment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris McNamara now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays Belfast are currently recruiting a Civis Project Manager for a long established and highly regarded civil engineering subcontractor based in Derry City.Known for delivering high value packages across major infrastructure schemes throughout Ireland and the UK. Operating for several decades, this business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, dependable relationships, and technical capability in heavy civils. With a growing pipeline of complex projects, the company continues to expand by hiring an additional Project Manager to meet demand.Your new employer has the experience and skill set to operate successfully in diverse sectors within the construction industry both in a subcontracting capacity and as principal contractor. With a track record of successful civils works, education, community, recreation & leisure, restoration & heritage, private housing and commercial projects, this is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to join a progressive contractor. Your new role As Project Manager, your initial project will be to take responsibility for overseeing a large scale £20m groundworks package, including earthworks, drainage, retaining wall construction, and sub structure works. This role will require regular travel to sites across the UK and Ireland as you lead teams, coordinate subcontractors, manage programme and cost, and ensure the smooth delivery of all stages of the works.You will work closely with senior leadership, providing progress updates, ensuring compliance, and driving the project to completion while maintaining a high standard of safety and quality.Being the initial point of contact on site, you will sit in on client meetings, update programmes and manage the quality of works being delivered to specification, ironing out issues as they arise with support from both site and leadership teams. What you'll need to succeed To excel in this position, you should have: Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Engineer within civil engineering or groundworks packages Strong understanding of earthworks, drainage, and reinforced concrete structures Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and lead site teams effectively A proactive approach to problem solving and project delivery Willingness to travel to sites across the UK and stay away when required. Experience delivering mid to large scale civils packages will be a strong advantage. Valid management tickets or accreditation to work on sites of this scale. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary and package reflective of your experience, alongside excellent long term career opportunities with a business that supports development and progression.This is a permanent role but can offer various rates of pay or day rates if required with company benefits included. All travel and expenses will be paid for, and you will gain exposure to major projects, work within a supportive and experienced management team, and join a company known for retaining staff and rewarding commitment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris McNamara now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £54, 000 depending on skills and experience + bonus What you'll be doing: Participating fully in Design Reviews either presenting information to the review or as part of the reviewing team i.e. assessor or chair Carrying out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability Preparing specifications, develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, develop, and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team Supporting the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids in area(s) of expertise to facilitate the development of the highest quality bids Checking processes of all information, as defined in the Quality Plan, contract specification and regulatory issues (e.g. Lloyd Rules, Maritime coastguard agencies, Def Stan etc .) Your skills and experiences: Expert-level knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles , with the ability to apply this expertise to diverse design challenges and address technical issues across various engineering disciplines in Ship Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical piping systems, including auxiliary cooling, routed systems, and fastening, with a solid understanding of adjacent trades, particularly S&O, and practical knowledge of interfaces like bracketry Knowledge of industry-standard tools, including Vault (or equivalent), SAP (or equivalent), Auto CaD, Inventor (or similar CAD tools like NX), and JIRA (or equivalent task management software), with a focus on tracking engineer availability and managing task performance (e.g., actual vs. estimated spends) Understanding of the engineering life cycle, with expert-level technical drawing skills, including draughting and drawings for manufacture. Strong technical writing ability Mentoring and training experience, including process derivation, skills management , and the creation and delivery of training programs HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or possess equivalent experience, ideally working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status 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. The Design Services Mechanical team: The Design Services Mechanical Team, based at Portsmouth Naval Base, is a dynamic group of 31 engineers delivering expert mechanical design integration for all current naval platforms. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact, with your contributions directly shaping the vessels at the heart of UK defence. Join us to make a real difference by supporting those who serve and protect our nation. As Principal Design Engineer Mechanical Lead , you'll provide expert engineering input across projects, conduct research, and develop new technologies to enhance BAE Systems' knowledge base. You'll track external innovations and drive the adoption of new technologies within the business. 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. 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. Closing Date: 4th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Senior / Principal Planning Consultant Location: Bristol or Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for an experienced Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to join a highly regarded and growing planning team in the South West / South Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure and development, supporting nationally significant projects across sectors such as energy, transport, utilities, ports & harbours, and the built environment. The role offers excellent career progression, exposure to high-profile projects, and the chance to work within a collaborative, forward-thinking consultancy environment. The Role As a Senior / Principal Planning Consultant, you will play a key role in the delivery and management of complex planning projects, working closely with clients and multi-disciplinary teams. Responsibilities will include: Acting as Planning Lead or supporting lead on a range of projects across multiple sectors Managing and delivering planning inputs for complex infrastructure and development schemes Leading or contributing to bids, tenders, and framework submissions Acting as lead consultant on multi-disciplinary projects, including project management responsibilities Mentoring and supporting junior members of the planning team Supporting business development and strengthening client relationships Working collaboratively with environmental, engineering, and design specialists About You To be successful in this role, you are likely to have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline MRTPI status or actively working towards chartership Strong experience in planning applications and consenting regimes (e.g. TCPA, DCO, TWAO or similar) Experience in strategic planning and planning policy An understanding of EIA processes (desirable but not essential) Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines and budgets Confidence working within multi-disciplinary teams and engaging directly with clients What's On Offer Competitive salary depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Clear progression opportunities within a supportive consultancy environment Exposure to nationally significant and future-focused projects A comprehensive benefits package covering wellbeing, financial security, and professional development Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior / Principal Planning Consultant Location: Bristol or Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for an experienced Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to join a highly regarded and growing planning team in the South West / South Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure and development, supporting nationally significant projects across sectors such as energy, transport, utilities, ports & harbours, and the built environment. The role offers excellent career progression, exposure to high-profile projects, and the chance to work within a collaborative, forward-thinking consultancy environment. The Role As a Senior / Principal Planning Consultant, you will play a key role in the delivery and management of complex planning projects, working closely with clients and multi-disciplinary teams. Responsibilities will include: Acting as Planning Lead or supporting lead on a range of projects across multiple sectors Managing and delivering planning inputs for complex infrastructure and development schemes Leading or contributing to bids, tenders, and framework submissions Acting as lead consultant on multi-disciplinary projects, including project management responsibilities Mentoring and supporting junior members of the planning team Supporting business development and strengthening client relationships Working collaboratively with environmental, engineering, and design specialists About You To be successful in this role, you are likely to have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline MRTPI status or actively working towards chartership Strong experience in planning applications and consenting regimes (e.g. TCPA, DCO, TWAO or similar) Experience in strategic planning and planning policy An understanding of EIA processes (desirable but not essential) Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines and budgets Confidence working within multi-disciplinary teams and engaging directly with clients What's On Offer Competitive salary depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Clear progression opportunities within a supportive consultancy environment Exposure to nationally significant and future-focused projects A comprehensive benefits package covering wellbeing, financial security, and professional development Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Job Title: Senior / Principal Planning Consultant Location: Bristol or Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for an experienced Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to join a highly regarded and growing planning team in the South West / South Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure and development, supporting nationally significant projects across sectors such as energy, transport, utilities, ports & harbours, and the built environment. The role offers excellent career progression, exposure to high-profile projects, and the chance to work within a collaborative, forward-thinking consultancy environment. The Role As a Senior / Principal Planning Consultant, you will play a key role in the delivery and management of complex planning projects, working closely with clients and multi-disciplinary teams. Responsibilities will include: Acting as Planning Lead or supporting lead on a range of projects across multiple sectors Managing and delivering planning inputs for complex infrastructure and development schemes Leading or contributing to bids, tenders, and framework submissions Acting as lead consultant on multi-disciplinary projects, including project management responsibilities Mentoring and supporting junior members of the planning team Supporting business development and strengthening client relationships Working collaboratively with environmental, engineering, and design specialists About You To be successful in this role, you are likely to have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline MRTPI status or actively working towards chartership Strong experience in planning applications and consenting regimes (e.g. TCPA, DCO, TWAO or similar) Experience in strategic planning and planning policy An understanding of EIA processes (desirable but not essential) Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines and budgets Confidence working within multi-disciplinary teams and engaging directly with clients What's On Offer Competitive salary depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Clear progression opportunities within a supportive consultancy environment Exposure to nationally significant and future-focused projects A comprehensive benefits package covering wellbeing, financial security, and professional development Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior / Principal Planning Consultant Location: Bristol or Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for an experienced Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to join a highly regarded and growing planning team in the South West / South Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure and development, supporting nationally significant projects across sectors such as energy, transport, utilities, ports & harbours, and the built environment. The role offers excellent career progression, exposure to high-profile projects, and the chance to work within a collaborative, forward-thinking consultancy environment. The Role As a Senior / Principal Planning Consultant, you will play a key role in the delivery and management of complex planning projects, working closely with clients and multi-disciplinary teams. Responsibilities will include: Acting as Planning Lead or supporting lead on a range of projects across multiple sectors Managing and delivering planning inputs for complex infrastructure and development schemes Leading or contributing to bids, tenders, and framework submissions Acting as lead consultant on multi-disciplinary projects, including project management responsibilities Mentoring and supporting junior members of the planning team Supporting business development and strengthening client relationships Working collaboratively with environmental, engineering, and design specialists About You To be successful in this role, you are likely to have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline MRTPI status or actively working towards chartership Strong experience in planning applications and consenting regimes (e.g. TCPA, DCO, TWAO or similar) Experience in strategic planning and planning policy An understanding of EIA processes (desirable but not essential) Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines and budgets Confidence working within multi-disciplinary teams and engaging directly with clients What's On Offer Competitive salary depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Clear progression opportunities within a supportive consultancy environment Exposure to nationally significant and future-focused projects A comprehensive benefits package covering wellbeing, financial security, and professional development Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design 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: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature, maintainability, and access constraints Influence design quality and safety, contributing to reviews, hazard studies, verification activities, and resolution of technical issues, modifications, and non-conformances Your skills and experiences: Essential: Educated to degree level, with Chartered Engineer status highly desirable Solid background in mechanical, marine, process, or fluid systems engineering gained with a complex or highly regulated environment Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-drop behaviour, transient analysis , and system performance modelling Demonstrated technical expertise in the design, analysis , and integration of both compressible and incompressible fluid systems Desirable: Experience using industry-standard modelling and analysis tools such as FloMASTER, FluidFlow, MATLAB, CFD packages, ANSYS, or similar 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. The Mechanical Engineering Discipline team: This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll serve as a technical specialist for some of the submarine's most critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems. In this role, you'll take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs that must perform flawlessly within one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world. You'll shape complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions , and ensure designs meet the rigorous performance, safety, and environmental requirements unique to submarine engineering. This a chance to work at the forefront of next-generation naval capability, tackling challenging technical problems and contributing directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. 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 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. 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. Closing Date: 13th February 2026 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.
