Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer

Location: Coventry (Onsite Position)

Salary: Competitive

Step into an exciting opportunity with our newly formed Mechanical Engineering team in Coventry! Your mission? To deliver essential ship services, crew life support capabilities, and cutting-edge equipment for both current and future generations of Nuclear Submarines. You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the design and development of critical systems for the SSN AUKUS.

• Lead and develop various mechanical engineering systems, equipment, and components.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure equipment and component specifications meet challenging demands.
• Collaborate directly with customers to develop requirements and acceptance criteria based on operational scenarios and design considerations.
• Take charge of performing and reviewing engineering calculations and analyses to demonstrate system performance.
• Coordinate and influence a wide range of stakeholders to solve complex engineering problems and make informed decisions.

Essential:

• Background in Mechanical Engineering, particularly in Rotating Machinery, Components, or Fluid Dynamics.
• Proven experience applying mechanical engineering principles across various products and stages of the product lifecycle.
• Strong prioritization skills and the ability to thrive in a cross-functional team environment.
• A passion for problem-solving and tackling complex engineering challenges.
• Degree in Engineering, Mechanical, or Science subjects.

Desirable:

• Experience in leadership or mentoring roles.

We believe in rewarding our team members! Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional perks include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee assistance program
• Cycle2work scheme
• Employee discounts
• Potential eligibility for an annual incentive

As a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer in our Platform Systems team, you’ll be part of a brand new initiative at our Coventry site. Collaborate with passionate engineers to innovate the design of our submarines. You’ll also have the chance to mentor junior staff and enhance technical skillsets. Relocation support is available for eligible candidates across all Submarine roles.

At BAE Systems, you’ll make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity and rewards integrity. We empower you to reach your full potential and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth may affect your eligibility for certain roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting, typically necessitating 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK.

Closing Date: 3rd June 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!

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