Industrial Placement Submarines Site Engineer
Join our Submarines Team to be a part of designing, building, testing, and commissioning the largest and most advanced submarines ever operated by the Royal Navy. Work alongside our Astute Class and Dreadnought Class Submarines to provide a powerful and secure deterrent for the United Kingdom 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You could be the difference.
What you will be doing
As Site, Facilities & Infrastructure, we are responsible for running and maintaining the 156-acre Barrow site and ensuring it is operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We utilise a highly skilled, fully flexible team, ensuring legislative compliance and minimum disruption to enable the shipyard to build submarines safely and efficiently. The work we do is key to maintaining our Nuclear Site Licence.
Site Engineering ensures that all activities on-site are conducted safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulations. You will work closely with teams of skilled engineers, providing governance and oversight on a wide range of engineering projects that are vital to the success of our business. From maintaining existing infrastructure to supporting the development of new facilities, your role will be pivotal in ensuring that our site operates seamlessly.
You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including engineers, project managers, and external contractors, to ensure that all engineering work aligns with safety standards and site requirements. This placement will provide you with hands-on experience in overseeing complex engineering processes, problem-solving in real-time, and driving innovative solutions that enhance our operations.
Barrow shipyard is undergoing significant growth, with new buildings and upgrades to existing facilities, you will be at the forefront of ensuring that our engineering activities not only meet our current needs but also pave the way for future success. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in engineering governance and compliance, all while contributing to the delivery of world-class submarines and weapon systems for our customers.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Assist the Senior Engineering Manager in setting and reviewing standards for infrastructure and asset modifications and upgrades.
* Collaborate with the team to assess infrastructure needs and support the delivery of essential business requirements.
* Contribute to problem-solving and addressing engineering challenges as they arise.
* Provide expertise during the design and requirements capture stages, ensuring projects meet necessary standards.
* Ensure engineering integrity across various projects, operations, and maintenance activities.
* Participate in the development and management of site processes, operating instructions, and manuals.
* Engage with and support equipment and infrastructure evaluations across the Barrow Estate.
* Implement and oversee Site Asset Management Processes to maintain a reliable and safe asset base.
Minimum Requirements
As a minimum requirement, you’ll need to be on track to obtain a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an engineering discipline, such as Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Nuclear Engineering. To be considered for this role you must be returning to university to complete your degree.
Opportunities for Growth and Development
We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives.
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