Test & Commissioning Engineer - Electrical

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Test & Commissioning Engineer (Electrical)

Would you like to play a key role in the build of the River Class Batch 2 (RCB2) Vessels for the Royal Navy? We currently have a vacancy for a Test & Commissioning Engineer (Electrical) at our site in Govan.

As a Test & Commissioning Engineer (Electrical), you will be tasked to undertake a broad range of electrically-biased commissioning activities, ensuring successful delivery to agreed performance targets. You will initially be working within the RCB2 programme to build the next three offshore patrol vessels, with the chance to take part in sea trials.

This role will give you the chance to work with the build of brand new ships for the Royal Navy, with the chance to move on to other military projects in the future, such as the Type 26 frigates. You will be fully supported in your career development with BAE Systems and there will be potential for future career progression.

Your main responsibilities as a Test & Commissioning Engineer (Electrical) will involve:

Planning, controlling and delivering commissioning activities and providing input as required to the cross-functional delivery of systems, ensuring requirements are delivered to plan/budget

Carrying out investigations into operational problems or developments, then developing and preparing solutions, individually or as a member of a team

Participating fully in developing, maintaining and modifying commissioning processes and procedures in assigned areas in response to technical developments and operational need

Making commissioning decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority

Your skills and qualifications as a Test & Commissioning Engineer (Electrical):

Demonstrable experience within a commissioning role or equivalent Royal Navy role

Good working knowledge of electrical systems from shipbuilding/ submarines/ oil and gas / Royal Navy or similar background

Experience of fault diagnosis of electrical systems

HNC in engineering discipline or equivalent qualification or experience

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office package, including Excel and Word

What we're looking for in you:

You must have the ability to adopt an innovative approach to continuous improvement and problem solving to contribute to achieving programme milestones. You must also be a team-player, with excellent communication skills.

Salary: Competitive

Location: Govan

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 Naval Ships

We design and build a full range of naval ships, giving customers the capability to fulfil extensive naval operations. We also develop and integrate state of the art combat systems for the surface fleet, equipping customers with the best possible information to operate effectively in modern naval environments. We are committed to creating solutions that protect and strengthen nations, commerce, communities and people. That's work that inspires us. That's BAE Systems.

You will find we offer a wealth of career options. From offshore patrol vessels through to Type 26 Global Combat Ship and QE Class aircraft carriers, the projects you'll be involved with are exciting and challenging and will form the backbone of the Royal Navy for decades to come.

Attracting and retaining the sharpest minds is essential for a globally competitive UK naval engineering business. Our aim is to recruit the very best talent and we welcome applications from a diverse range of people, from all backgrounds, with many different skills, experience and perspectives. We offer the flexibility you need to do what's important to you, whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or simply the ability to flex your start and stop times. Where practical, we'll support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your full potential. Talk to us about Smart Working.

BAE Systems welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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