Weights Engineer
Client: BAE Systems
Location: 2 days per month in Barrow-in-Furness
Hourly Rate: £31.60 PAYE or £41.70 Umbrella
Duration: 12 months+
Are you ready to play a crucial role in the design and stability of BAEs submarines? They're looking for a Principal Engineer in Weights Engineering to manage weight distribution and ensure the buoyancy and stability of or vessels throughout the design and build process.
About the Role:
* Develop and manage weight budgets from the concept phase through design and build.
* Monitor weight and centre of gravity changes, reporting throughout the project.
* Support production teams through launch, trim, and incline activities.
* Conduct calculations for mass attributes and manage a section of the vessel's weight.
* Represent weights engineering in technical reviews and decision panels.
Key Skills:
* Knowledge of submarine or surface ship design, Naval Architecture, and weight management.
* Experience with manufacturing, assembly, and testing processes.
* Proficient in using CAD systems and analysis tools.
* Strong collaboration skills to work with system engineers and stakeholders.
If you would like to be considered for this role please don't hesitate to click apply or call Daniel McShane on 0161 694 9191 for...