Jobtitle:Principal Engineer – StructuralEngineering
Location: Barrow in Furness We offer a range ofhybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to yourrecruiter about the options for this particularrole. Salary:Competitive Whatyou’ll be doing:
* Analysis of complex steel structures utilisingEurocodes, British Standards and BAE standards, to supportsubmarine build
* Youwill utilise your knowledge of specific regulations &requirements beyond that used within BAE Systems i.e., LOLER, codesof compliance, weld specifications, geometrictolerance
* Responsible for utilising computer based analyticaltechniques including finite element analysis, CAD modelling andengineering schematics (Abaqus, S-Frame)
* Supporting the manufacturing, assembly, lifting,handling, and installation processes
Supporting a busy environment in utilising yourknowledge of the facility and site restrictions applicable to theshipping, handling, alignment and installation of hull units, largeequipment, and structures Support towards production of concept drawings,layouts, and other technical outputs consistent with contractualrequirements to meet target dates and budgetdemands
* Responsibility for approvals, checking analysis andoutputs
Yourskills and experiences:
Essential:
Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent / OR HNDwith extensive years’ experience Expertise in structural steelanalysis
* Goodunderstanding of mechanical engineering, structural steelwork,knowledge of lifting handling and LOLER
* Working knowledge of ABAQUS (Software) Foran,MathCAD and excel
Previous knowledge in a production environment –experience in a marine production environmentadvantageous
Desirable:
* Previous experience in shipbuilding, offshore,civil industries
Chartered Engineer
Benefits: You’ll receive benefitsincluding a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leaveallowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’llalso have access to additional benefits such as flexible working,an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts– you may also be eligible for an annualincentive. Specialist Structures Team As a Principal Engineer, you will be working with adual function team (design and engineers) consisting of 14 peopleat various seniority levels. The team is responsible forengineering assessments of the designs in support ofbuild. You will be working inconjunction with design to produce equipment and/or supportoperation in production to produce safety-criticalequipment. Why BAESystems?
Thisis a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’llbe part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewardsintegrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil yourpotential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds andparticularly from sections of the community who are currentlyunderrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnicminorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. Wealso want to make sure that our recruitment processes are asinclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition(for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that mayaffect your performance in certain assessment types, please speakto your recruiter about potential reasonableadjustments.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems aresubject to both security and export control restrictions. Theserestrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, anynationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birthcan restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within theorganisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve BaselinePersonnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levelsof National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on thevetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningfulsecurity vettingchecks. Closing Date: 6thFebruary2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early ifwe receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if youare interested, please submit your application as early aspossible.
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