Nuclear Commissioning Project Leader

Location: Barrow-In-Furness – Onsite

Salary: Competitive

As a key player in our team, you will:

• Drive the delivery of the test and commissioning plan.
• Support a talented team of nuclear mechanical commissioning engineers.
• Collaborate with the Reactor Test Group (RTG) to authorise test documentation.
• Act as an Authorised Person in the permit to work process.
• Review engineering outputs and documents to ensure quality.
• Embed learning from experience (LFE) into our processes.

Essential:

• A degree, HNC, or HND in an engineering discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of nuclear systems and their testing and commissioning.
• Knowledge of overall submarine systems and their operation.
• Experience in supporting and coaching diverse teams in complex environments.
• Proficiency with IT systems and software (especially Microsoft products).
• Ability to plan test and commissioning programmes effectively.

Desirable:

• Exceptional mentorship and development skills.
• Cat B Nuclear Operator or relevant nuclear industry experience (ideally from a nuclear steam raising plant).
• Experience with nuclear licensed or COMAH sites.
• Experience in embedding Learning from Experience (LFE).

We believe in rewarding our team members! Alongside a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers:

• Employee share plans.
• An extensive range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits.
• A green car scheme and private health plans.
• Shopping discounts and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

In your role as a Commissioning Project Lead – Mechanical, you will:

• Plan and manage a test section and all associated activities.
• Deliver as part of a wider test & commissioning programme involving major engineering systems.
• Contribute to the embedding of LFE and the realization of test commissioning strategy.
• Lead a diverse group of Commissioning Engineers, leveraging a broad range of technical skills.

We also offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

This is your chance to make a real difference! Join us in 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 Note: 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 roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.

Closing Date: 17th March 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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