Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Job Title: Principal Electrical Power Engineer Location: Barrow-In-Furness (Hybrid) - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience What you'll be doing: Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment Authoring and reviewing technical documentation Managing associated technical risks, assumptions and dependencies Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer and supplier sites Your skills and experiences: Essential Degree qualified Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering experience Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated) Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Permanent Magnet Motor/Generator experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Steam Integrated Design Team (IDT): As a Principal Electrical Power Engineer, you will be part of a new team working on new technologies which are a first to the British Navy. You will be involved in the development, verification, and validation processes, with a strong focus on Turbo Generators. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th June 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-KI1 #LI-Hybrid
Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Job title: Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Power) Location: Coventry. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Design and develop solutions to a range of common design situations/problems using NX Understand and apply a range of fundamental design processes, tools, systems and techniques Develop and produce ways of working within NX to provide design intent Work as a member of a multi-functional team created to accomplish tasks (e.g. Capgemini, Siemens, IBM and SSNA) Begin to schedule own work to meet target time scales and budget demand using tools and techniques with guidance from their supervisor Continually seek ways to improve, processes, toolsets, systems, techniques and the generic workplace Take an active role in high risk and high complexity tasks with low-risk involvement, supported by the project leader or equivalent Your skills and experiences: BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent and CEng (or be able to satisfy requirements for CEng) Demonstrable experience of engineering lifecycle Understanding of at least one of the following areas: Power system modelling; generators; switchgear; protection; power electronics In depth understanding of Power System Architecture, Power Generation and Distribution, Protection and Co-ordination or Power Earth Fault Monitoring Experience of working within a relevant Engineering role to industry codes and standards Benefits: You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Coventry team: The team supports the Engineering Manager and external specialists during development and analysis of platform power systems. The Principal Engineer shall act as team lead, managing the day-to-day activities of the team and the production of deliverables. The Principal Engineer shall be responsible for developing and maintaining the competency and skills of the team, project plan and schedule project activities, while managing the resolution of any related issues. We offer relocation packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 1st June 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-KI1 #LI-Hybrid
Principal Engineer- Electrical Engineering (Power)

Job title: Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Power) Location: Filton (Hybrid). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable What you'll be doing: Develop design solutions to agreed time, cost and quality in accordance with project or business milestones Develop and manage requirements and acceptance criteria specific to a system or product and/or across a system of systems, platform or programme Understand the contractual and performance requirements for various systems, and support the definition and associated acceptance criteria and events through design, build, integration, installation and commissioning activities Produce documentation required to support the design review process, including diagrams; technical specifications; supporting calculations; design evidence and justifications Provide technical support to integrated performance and acceptance activities, including acceptance of equipment from suppliers through to system acceptance by the customer Support the development of estimates for the scope of work and resources required to deliver it to support bids, proposal development and project planning activities for various systems Provide support to the Certificate of Design activities appropriate to the discipline and articulate and present complex technical argument clearly, logically and simply Deliver technical input and engineering solutions in support of build activities, defect resolution and change management Your skills and experiences: BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent and CEng (or be able to satisfy requirements for CEng) Demonstrable experience of engineering lifecycle Understanding of at least one of the following areas: Power system modelling; generators; switchgear; protection; power electronics In depth understanding of Power System Architecture, Power Generation and Distribution, Protection and Co-ordination or Power Earth Fault Monitoring Experience of working within a relevant Engineering role to industry codes and standards Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Electrical Engineering Power Team: As part of the Electrical Engineering Power Team, you will be leading the development of design documents, reviewing supplier documentation, developing technical requirements and undertaking assessment of design compliance to support the development of our electrical systems. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd May 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-AM1 #LI-Hybrid
Principal Engineer- Electrical Engineering (Power Electrics)

Job Title: Principal Engineer - Electrical (Combat Systems) Location: Frimley - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: £45,628+ depending on experience What you'll be doing: Developing the Combat System Electrical Architecture working in conjunction with the Whole Boat Electrical team to deliver a viable design including high integrity capability Representing the Combat System team at the relevant working groups to support the platform and Combat System design maturity Leading the integration strategy in conjunction with the CS Build team with the platform design teams by developing strategies for routed systems including cabling Delivering technical input and engineering solutions in support of build and integration activities, defect resolution and change management Coordinating the Combat Systems sub-system teams to develop a suitable electrical system architecture Representing Combat Systems at the Electrical and Cooling Working Groups Attending Major Area reviews to ensure Combat Systems is maintaining a viable design within the platform Your skills and experiences: Essential BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent CEng (or be able to satisfy requirements for CEng) Technical report writing skills Demonstrable experience of engineering lifecycle Desirable Knowledge and experience in defence standards whilst not essential would be an advantage Experience of submarine electrical systems and the application of scenarios is highly desirable Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Combat Systems team: The Principal Engineer - Electrical (Combat Systems) shall provide support to the Engineering Manager and/or external specialists during development, analysis, integration and verification of Combat System and its sub-systems. The Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Combat Systems) primary role is to develop the electrical system architecture for the Combat System and work with the WB Electrical teams to deliver a suitable system design. The Principal Engineer shall act as the CS lead for all electrical aspects of the Combat System level design. The Principal Engineer shall be responsible for developing plans and scheduling project activities to meet the maturity targets of the programme while managing the resolution of any emergent issues. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 12th May 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-JM2 #LI-Hybrid
Principal Engineer- Electrical Engineering (Power)

Job Title: Electrical Power Engineer Location: Barrow-In-Furness or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Technical point of contact for other engineers and support with developing and mentoring other team members Ensuring the team operates efficiently and effectively in meeting project timelines and objectives Overseeing the planning, execution and monitoring of engineering Collaborating with multi-discipline teams, suppliers and stakeholders on matters related to the compatibility test facility Preparing technical reports, progress reports, and presentations, communicating results and advising recommendations Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified or equivalent experience in electrical or power engineering Knowledge of high power and medium voltage power systems and distributions Knowledge of compatibility testing of electrical equipment and power electronics Desirable: Project Management experience would be advantageous Chartered Engineer or actively working towards Chartership Benefits: You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Electrical Verification team: As part of the Electrical Verification Team, you will be involved in the verification and validation of the power system through compatibility testing of equipment and power system analysis. You'll be part of a wider multidisciplinary electrical team who's responsible for delivery a high integrity electrical power system. You will have the opportunity to attend the test site in Leicester. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 17th June 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-KW #LI-Hybrid
Principal Engineer- Electrical Engineering (Power)

Job title: Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Power) Location: Barrow-In-Furness (Hybrid). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable What you'll be doing: Develop design solutions to agreed time, cost and quality in accordance with project or business milestones Develop and manage requirements and acceptance criteria specific to a system or product and/or across a system of systems, platform or programme Understand the contractual and performance requirements for various systems, and support the definition and associated acceptance criteria and events through design, build, integration, installation and commissioning activities Produce documentation required to support the design review process, including diagrams; technical specifications; supporting calculations; design evidence and justifications Provide technical support to integrated performance and acceptance activities, including acceptance of equipment from suppliers through to system acceptance by the customer Support the development of estimates for the scope of work and resources required to deliver it to support bids, proposal development and project planning activities for various systems Provide support to the Certificate of Design activities appropriate to the discipline and articulate and present complex technical argument clearly, logically and simply Deliver technical input and engineering solutions in support of build activities, defect resolution and change management Your skills and experiences: BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent and CEng (or be able to satisfy requirements for CEng) Demonstrable experience of engineering lifecycle Understanding of at least one of the following areas: Power system modelling; generators; switchgear; protection; power electronics In depth understanding of Power System Architecture, Power Generation and Distribution, Protection and Co-ordination or Power Earth Fault Monitoring Experience of working within a relevant Engineering role to industry codes and standards Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Electrical Engineering Power Team: As part of the Electrical Engineering Power Team, you will be leading the development of design documents, reviewing supplier documentation, developing technical requirements and undertaking assessment of design compliance to support the development of our electrical systems. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd May 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-KI1 #LI-Hybrid
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