Principal Structural Engineer (Millom)

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements—let's discuss the options that suit you best!

Salary: Competitive

• Design & Analysis: Create and analyze complex steel structures using Eurocodes, British Standards, and BAE standards to support submarine builds through FEA and classical calculations.
• Regulatory Expertise: Apply your knowledge of regulations that extend beyond BAE Systems, including LOLER, Codes of Compliance, Weld Specifications, and Geometric Tolerance.
• Data Interpretation: Utilize computer-based analytical techniques, including finite element analysis, CAD modeling, and engineering schematics (Abaqus, S-Frame).
• Manufacturing Support: Assist in the manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling, and installation processes of Submarine Structures.
• Technical Outputs: Produce concept drawings, layouts, and other technical documents that meet contractual requirements, deadlines, and budget constraints.
• Quality Assurance: Check and approve calculations to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Essential:

• BEng/MEng in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Civil/Manufacturing/Structural Engineering background with Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status nearing CEng.
• Expertise in structural steel analysis and design.
• Fully conversant with Eurocodes and British Standards.
• Competent in reviewing and checking design outputs.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering, structural steelwork, lifting handling, and LOLER.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with ABAQUS, S-Frame, NX, MathCAD, and Excel.
• Experience in a production or marine production environment.

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 qualify for an annual incentive!

As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team of designers and engineers. In this rapidly growing environment, you will conduct engineering assessments to support the build process, collaborate closely with the design team, and contribute to the development of equipment for safety-critical systems. Relocation support is available for eligible candidates across all Submarine roles.

Here, you can truly make a difference! Join an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives, 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, 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 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.

Closing Date: 31st March 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—submit your application as soon as possible!

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