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 the current and next generation 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 the lead in performing and reviewing engineering calculations and analyses to demonstrate system performance.
• Coordinate and manage a diverse stakeholder base to solve complex engineering problems and make informed decisions.

Essential:

• Background in Mechanical Engineering, particularly in Rotating Machinery, Components, or Fluid Dynamics.
• Proven experience in applying mechanical engineering principles across various products and stages of the product lifecycle.
• Strong ability to prioritize workload and 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.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, and a wide range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits. Enjoy perks like a green car scheme, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive!

As a Senior 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 your technical skillset. Relocation support is available for eligible candidates across all Submarine roles.

This is your chance to make a real difference! Join an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and empowers you to reach your full potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and strive to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Important Information:

Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and place of birth may affect your eligibility for certain positions. 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 UK residency.

Closing Date: 10th February 2026

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

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