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Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer


Company : BAE Systems


Location : Barrow-in-Furness, North West


Created : 2025-04-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title: Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical EngineerIf you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This position will require full time on-site presenceSalary: CompetitiveWhat youll be doing:Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solutionSpecifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testingProviding timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issuesEnsuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and metMentoring junior engineers regarding technical mattersMaking presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and marketsAuthor/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as requiredYour skills and experiences:Educated to Degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science SubjectsBe able to design documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groupsHave the ability to solve complex engineering calculationsHave an Engineering Lifecycle backgroundBe proficient in CAD, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applicationsBenefits:Youll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. Youll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.The T&C Engineering Support team:Being a part of the team, you will have a great opportunity to be involved in the planning and reactive support to ensure that the engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities are undertaken in a safe and appropriate way whilst ensuring design intent are maintained. Its a fantastic opportunity to be a part of some of our most complex projects to date and to have great a opportunity for career development. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteriaWhy BAE Systems?This is a place where youll be able to make a real difference. Youll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where youll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also 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 working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.Closing Date: 17th May 2025We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.#LI-MS1#LI-Onsite