Overview

Principal Commissioning Engineer – Electrical at BAE Systems

Job Title: Principal Commissioning Engineer – Electrical

Location: Barrow-In-Furness. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements available; speak to your recruiter about options for this role.

Salary: Competitive

Closing Date: 19th September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Instruct and mentor less experienced members of the team within your knowledge and competency
• Work with a group of Electrical Engineers in the Integrated Systems Test Section
• Research, review and provide feedback on documentation to the required standard
• Keep full and accurate records of work activities as required by policy, procedure and legislation
• Deputise for the relevant Commissioning Project Leader as needed, including supervision of personnel
• Commit to self-development and attendance of mandatory training
• Represent the Company on Contractors Sea Trials and other outworking requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of commissioning or maintenance within a similar industrial environment
• Degree/HNC/HND in an Engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Detailed knowledge of safety controls and procedures in a high-risk environment

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of PLC systems and electrical testing

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme; employee share plans; 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 Test & Commissioning Team

As a Principal Commissioning Engineer – Electrical, you will be responsible for commissioning all Integrated Systems Test Section systems across Dreadnought submarines and off-boat rigs. You will carry out daily commissioning activities and report to the commissioning project leader. This role offers exposure to multiple platforms and technologies with opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

Why BAE Systems?

We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and supports you to fulfil your potential. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect performance in assessments, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments. Some roles are subject to security and export control restrictions; all applicants must meet Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with some roles requiring higher levels of national security vetting.

Job Functions and Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing