Principal Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical

Job Description - Principal Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical ()

Job Title: Senior Engineer - Strategic Weapons Test Organisation

Location: Barrow-In-Furness (On-site)

What you'll be doing:

• Carry out routine work with limited supervision & understand safety consequences in a high-risk environment
• Liaise/Interface with relevant stakeholders to ensure activities are undertaken in a safe & compliant manner
• Instruct & mentor less experienced members of the team within your knowledge & competency
• Responsible for research, review & feedback of appropriate 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 on shift
• Represent the Company on Contractors Sea Trials and other outworking requirements
• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of all relevant systems and a strong knowledge of other system interfaces

Your skills and experiences:

• HNC/HND in an Engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Demonstrable experience in Test & Commissioning
• Detailed understanding of Test & Commissioning processes
• Experience in leading commissioning activities
• Strong analytical skills and a keen ability to interpret complex data to drive informed decision-making

We offer a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, and a wide range of flexible benefits including health, wellbeing, lifestyle perks, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Strategic Weapons Test Organisation Team:

As an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring Test & Commissioning activities comply with Company Policies, Procedures, and Legislation. Responsibilities include leading activities on shift, acting as Commissioning Project Leader, and becoming a Subject Matter Expert on Test Section Systems. Relocation support packages are available for eligible roles across all Submarines roles.

Why BAE Systems?

This is an opportunity to make a real impact within an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to reach your potential. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you have a disability or health condition affecting assessment performance, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions based on nationality and residency. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard; higher vetting levels may require 5 to 10 years of UK residency.

Closing Date: 1st August 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. We encourage early application.