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Senior Structural Engineer

Hybrid in Barrow-in-Furness·Added 9 days ago (last checked 3 Oct)

BAE Systems

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Overview

Job details

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Be near Barrow-in-Furness for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have senior-level experience

    Senior-level role.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • You will need to have gained an Engineering Degree BEng/MEng or equivalent/OR HND with extensive experience gained within Civil/Mechanical/Structural aspects
  • You will be required to hold experience in undertaking hand analysis and design techniques including report writing
  • You will need to have a good understanding of the use of Eurocodes and British Standards
  • You will be required to have an understanding of mechanical engineering and structural steelwork, alongside knowledge of lifting handling and LOLER

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Salary: Competitive

The role

As a Senior Structural Engineer within the Production Engineering Department, you will collaborate with a dual-function team comprising of both designers and engineers. By joining a rapidly growing team on a new programme, you will be responsible for conducting engineering assessments to support the build process. Whilst working closely with the design team, you will contribute to the development of equipment and provide operational and production support for the delivery of safety-critical systems.

What you'll do

  • You will be conducting complex structural analysis and designs in accordance with Eurocodes and standards
  • You will be applying your expertise in wider regulations including LOLER, compliance codes, weld specs and tolerances
  • You will be applying analytical methods such as FEA, CAD modelling and schematic interpretation
  • You will be responsible for supporting with the manufacturing, assembly, lifting, handling and installation of submarine structures and components
  • You will be contributing by applying knowledge of facility constraints for shipping, alignment and installation activities
  • You will be assisting with the development of concept drawings, layouts and technical deliverables aligned with project requirements

How you'll work

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Job Title

Job Title: Senior Structural Engineer

Location

Location: Barrow-in-Furness

Hiring process

It varies by role and country, but typically could include an online application, assessments, interviews and sometimes an assessment centre

  • Some roles may need travel for interviews or assessments; reasonable travel costs are reimbursed where relevant.

About BAE Systems

Industry
Aerospace and defence

In their own words

About the company & team

Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

By joining us in the team, you will have the fantastic opportunity to work closely with a wide range of our key internal teams and external stakeholders, whilst delivering assessments that support the overall Submarine build process. As a team, we are responsible for helping to deliver and develop required equipment and provide operational support for safety‑critical systems. Relocation support packages are available for all roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

Additional information

Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 14th October 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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