Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (HV)

Location: Barrow-in-Furness / Hybrid (3 days on-site)

Salary: £45,628 – £61,500 (Based on skills and experience)

As a Principal Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of electrical engineering at our site. Your expertise will guide the development of standards and processes that ensure our equipment, systems, and facilities operate at the highest level of safety and efficiency.

• Define site standards, processes, and technical requirements for electrical engineering.
• Conduct thorough reviews and assessments of design proposals to ensure compliance with established standards.
• Produce detailed technical documentation and reports.
• Provide input on problem-solving and engineering issues related to electrical systems.
• Act as the primary contact for High Voltage standards concerning site electrical systems.
• Lead improvements in policies, equipment, and capabilities while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

• Proven experience as an electrical engineer with a focus on High Voltage (11kV) systems.
• Background in an industrial engineering environment, familiar with commercial standards.
• Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent (e.g., HND with relevant experience).
• Registered with an engineering professional institute, with the potential to achieve chartered status.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in an engineering context, with knowledge of British standards.
• Strong engineering background with transferable skills, such as assurance.
• Experience in a Nuclear Environment or similar highly regulated industry is a plus.

At BAE Systems, we believe in rewarding our team members. Along with a competitive pension scheme , you will enjoy:

• Employee share plans
• Flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
• Green car scheme and private health plans
• Shopping discounts
• Potential eligibility for an annual incentive

The SSE Electrical team is dedicated to providing expert support in establishing electrical standards and requirements. You will have the opportunity to:

• Engage with various electrical disciplines, including LV, HV, C&I, and Communications.
• Problem-solve and innovate daily, contributing to the development of new facilities.
• Drive improvements in existing systems, structures, and components.

We also offer relocation support packages for eligible candidates across all Submarines roles.

Join us and make a real difference! We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity. Here, you will be empowered to reach your full potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to making our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Important Security Information:

Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency 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.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!