Overview

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

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 of appropriate 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 required, including supervision of personnel
• Responsible for self-development and attending mandatory training requirements
• Represent the Company on Contractors Sea Trials and other outworking requirements

Your skills and experiences

Essential:

• Knowledge of either 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, 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 Team

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 systems with opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

Why BAE Systems?

We value an inclusive culture, diversity of thought, integrity and merit. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect performance in assessments, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments. Some roles require security and export control checks; applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard and may require higher levels of National Security Vetting.

Closing Date: 19th September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please submit your application early if interested.