Overview

Job Title: Principal Structural Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness – hybrid and flexible working arrangements may be available; please speak to your recruiter about options for this role

Salary: Competitive

What You’ll Be Doing

• Analysis and design of complex steel structures utilizing Eurocodes, British Standards and BAE standards to support submarine build
• Apply knowledge of regulations and requirements beyond those used within BAE Systems (e.g., LOLER, codes of compliance, weld specifications, geometric tolerance)
• Interpret and produce competent computer-based analytical outputs including finite element analysis, CAD modelling and engineering schematics (Abaqus, S-Frame)
• Support manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling and installation processes of submarine structures, modules and components
• Contribute to production of concept drawings, layouts and other technical outputs in line with contractual requirements to meet target dates and budgets
• Approve and check analyses and outputs

Your Skills And Experiences

• Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent experience
• Civil/Mechanical/Structural background with Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) nearing CEng
• Expertise in structural steel analysis and design
• Fully conversant with Eurocodes and British Standards
• Competent in reviewing and checking design outputs
• Good understanding of mechanical engineering, structural steelwork, lifting/handling and LOLER
• Working knowledge of ABAQUS, S-Frame Foran, MathCAD and Excel
• Experience in a production environment; marine production experience is advantageous

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans and a range of flexible 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 Specialist Structures Department Team

As a Principal Engineer, you will work with a dual-function design and engineering team of about 14 people at various seniority levels. The team engineers assessments of designs in support of build. You will work with design to produce equipment and support production to deliver safety-critical equipment. Relocation packages are available across Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity and merit. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. All applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard at a minimum. Higher levels of National Security Vetting may be required, typically with 5 to 10 years of UK residency for the role.

Closing Date

31st October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications; please submit your application as early as possible.