Principal Commissioning Engineer - Electrical

Principal Commissioning Engineer - Electrical ()

Location: Barrow-In-Furness - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

What you'll be doing:

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

Your skills and experiences:

• 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 & procedures in a high risk environment
• Knowledge and experience of PLC systems and electrical testing

Benefits include a 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 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 offshore rigs. You will carry out daily commissioning activities and report to the commissioning project leader. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple platforms, providing exposure to different systems and technologies, and includes extensive training to develop your career. (Relocation support is available for eligible candidates).

Why BAE Systems?

We are a place where you can make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, merit, and empowers you to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and strive for inclusive recruitment processes. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect assessment performance, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments.

Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard and typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency for higher vetting levels.

Closing Date: 4th November 2025

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