Job title: Principal Engineer – Structural Engineering Location: Barrow in Furness
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:
Analysis of complex steel structures utilising Eurocodes, British Standards and BAE standards, to support submarine build
You will utilise your knowledge of specific regulations & requirements beyond that used within BAE Systems i.e., LOLER, codes of compliance, weld specifications, geometric tolerance
Responsible for utilising computer based analytical techniques including finite element analysis, CAD modelling and engineering schematics (Abaqus, S-Frame)
Supporting the manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling, and installation processes
Supporting a busy environment in utilising your knowledge of the facility and site restrictions applicable to the shipping, handling, alignment and installation of hull units, large equipment, and structures
Support towards production of concept drawings, layouts, and other technical outputs consistent with contractual requirements to meet target dates and budget demands
Responsibility for approvals, checking analysis and outputs
Your skills and experiences:
Essential:
Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent / OR HND with extensive years’ experience
Expertise in structural steel analysis
Good understanding 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 environment advantageous
Desirable:
Previous experience in shipbuilding, offshore, civil industries
Chartered Engineer
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.
Specialist Structures Team