Principal Engineer (Nuclear)

Job description

Principal Engineer – Nuclear Interfaces

Would you like to play a key role in the build and development of nuclear submarines? We currently have a vacancy for a Principal Engineer – Nuclear Interfaces at our site in Barrow-in-Furness.

As a Principal Engineer – Nuclear Interfaces, you will be acting as an interface between BAE Systems and our industrial partners, representing engineering to make sure the Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR) design intent is met.

This role will provide you with the chance to expand upon your theoretical knowledge on a long-running project of national importance. You will be fully supported in your professional development, with the chance for excellent career progression opportunities in the future.

Your main responsibilities as a Principal Engineer – Nuclear Interfaces will involve:

Being a nuclear Suitably Qualified and Experienced Person (SQEP) resource for Astute engineering

Representing engineering as a member of the Reactor Test Group, Procedural Authorisation Group, Nuclear Risk Review Board and various other organisations

Carrying out inspections of Nuclear Build Facilities

Reviewing nuclear workmanship standards

Auditing nuclear Engineering Change Request (ECR) embodiment

Getting involved with and providing input to through-life safety cases

Authorising and evaluation test documentation

Acting as an interface and liaising with the MOD, industrial partners and boat staff

Your skills and qualifications as a Principal Engineer – Nuclear Interfaces:

Essential:

Mechanical engineering bias

Experience within a nuclear role/ background

Nuclear Warship Support Course (NWSC) certified/ CAT B nuclear watch keeper or equivalent

HNC in mechanical engineering related discipline

Desirable:

Appreciation or experience of test and commissioning

Experience liaising with third party organisations

What we're looking for in you:

You must have a proactive approach to your work, with the ability to use initiative and work with minimal supervision. Stakeholder engagement will be key within this role and you must be comfortable communicating effectively with individuals at all levels. You must also have a strong problem-solving ability to overcome any project issues.

Salary: Competitive

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Maritime – Submarines

Our Submarines business has been safely delivering world class submarines to the UK Royal Navy for more than a century.

The Astute class will equip the Royal Navy with its largest and most capable generation of attack submarines. We are responsible for the design, build, test and commissioning of these state-of-the-art vessels. In total, seven boats will make up the fleet, each weighing a mighty 7,400 tonnes.

Dreadnought is the successor to the Vanguard class of nuclear deterrent submarines. We will deliver four submarines to the Royal Navy, with the first submarine entering service in the early 2030s. Dreadnought is widely considered to be one of the world's most complex engineering challenges.

We have sites in Barrow-in-Furness, Filton, Frimley, Ash Vale, Broad Oak and Weymouth, and we pride ourselves on employing the best professionals around. Join us and you'll be part of something important; something you can be proud of.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

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