Principal Process Safety Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness – Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements! Speak to your recruiter about the options available for this role.

Salary: Starting at £47,241, depending on experience.

As a Principal Process Safety Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting DSEAR risk assessments and compliance activities.
• Mentoring and developing junior engineers to foster their growth.
• Reviewing and producing explosion safety strategies.
• Peer reviewing work to maintain high standards.
• Performing risk analysis to identify potential hazards.
• Developing and producing processes and policy documentation for the site.

Essential:

• Experience in an explosion safety engineering environment with a strong grasp of hazard analysis methods.
• Proven ability in DSEAR risk assessment production, including hazard identification and analysis (preferably from a high hazard industry).
• A thorough understanding of Hazardous Area Classification (HAC) and a track record of implementing business processes to achieve strategic objectives.

Desirable:

• Degree qualified in a STEM discipline.
• Experience with COMAH – Control of Major Accident Hazards (Safety Case support).
• Background in Site Asset Protection and Fire Safety Engineering.

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!

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team that collaborates on strategic initiatives. You will work alongside a diverse group of professionals, from principals to apprentices, and engage with operational managers and Health & Safety teams. This role not only offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team but also provides opportunities for your professional growth. Relocation support packages are available for eligible candidates across all Submarines roles.

At BAE Systems, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and rewards integrity and merit. We are committed to empowering you to reach your full potential. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance during assessments, 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, 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: 16th February 2026

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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