Principal Commissioning Engineer - Electrical (Propulsion)

BAE Systems, Askam in Furness, Cumbria

Principal Commissioning Engineer - Electrical (Propulsion)

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BAE Systems, Askam in Furness, Cumbria

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 7 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

  • Deputise for the relevant Commissioning Project Leader as and when required, including supervision of personnel on shift
  • Instruct and mentor members of the team within your knowledge and competency
  • Responsible for researching, authoring, and reviewing of design and test documentations to the required standards
  • Liaise/Interface with relevant stakeholders ie Engineering, Royal Navy, MoD, and Build Operations to ensure activities are undertaken in a safe and compliant manner
  • Keep full and accurate records of work activities carried out as required by policy, procedure, and legislation
  • Represent the company on Factory Acceptance Tests and offsite test facilities, Contractors Sea Trials and other outworking requirements (with scope for overseas travel)

    Experience leading of complex Commissioning trials and experience of test groups
  • Degree/HNC/HND in an Engineering discipline or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of AC and DC Electrical Generation and Power distribution systems
  • Experience working with Distribution Systems, C&I, and Electrical Testing
  • Knowledge of Instrumentation Systems including Electrostatic Discharge, Low Voltage Control, Data Communications, PLCs & Fibre Optics
  • Detailed knowledge of Safety Control and Procedures in a high-risk environment

    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.

    You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.