Head of Engineering - Electrical

Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (HV) Location: Barrow – Hybrid – 3 days per week on site (Dependent on business needs) We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role 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. As a Principal Engineer -Electrical Engineering (HV) you will be part of the Site Specialist Engineering Electrical team providing specialist support to the business with respect to setting electrical standards and requirements for equipment/systems/facilities in accordance with legislation/processes. You will be Point of contact for High Voltage issues regarding standards for site electrical systems and support a wide range of electrical disciplines, with opportunities to learn and develop in LV, HV, C&I and Communications, each day varies with the chance to problem solve and drive innovative solutions from your experiences. You’ll define site standards, processes and technical requirements in terms of electrical engineering for equipment, systems and facilities You’ll conduct reviews and assessments of design proposals to ensure that the equipment/facilities are designed, constructed, commissioned, operated and maintained in accordance with the appropriate processes and standards You’ll have input into problem solving, engineering issues relating to the subject matter You’ll be point of contact for High Voltage issues regarding standards for site electrical systems You will chair and lead improvements (policy, equipment, capabilities) with site risk cells set up to ensure compliance with relevant regulations Electrical engineer with demonstratable High Voltage engineering experience of 11kV systems Demonstrable experience of working in an industrial engineering environment with familiarity of commercial standards Degree qualified in electrical engineering or equivalent (e.g. Registered with an Engineering professional institute and have the ability to achieve chartered status Demonstrable experience of leadership within an engineering environment and familiarity with commercial British standards The Site Specialist Engineering (SSE) team The Site Specialist Engineering Electrical team provide specialist support to the business with respect to setting electrical standards and requirements for equipment/systems/facilities in accordance with legislation/processes. The team support a wide range of electrical disciplines and there are opportunities to learn and develop in LV, HV, C&I and Communications, each day varies with the chance to problem solve and drive innovative solutions from your experiences. As the Barrow site infrastructure grows you can play a part in the development of new facilities and help drive improvements in aging and existing systems, structures and components. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. 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. 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. LI-Hybrid