Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)
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Join Our Team as a Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control and Instrumentation)\n Location: Barrow-In-Furness, Filton, Frimley, Broad Oak, Brough, Weymouth, or Coventry \n Salary: £47,241+ (Commensurate with skills and experience) \n We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please discuss your options with your recruiter! Who We Are\n At BAE Systems, you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global 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 advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions, shaping a safer future for all of us. \n 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! Your Role\n As a Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control and Instrumentation), you will be at the forefront of designing and developing submarine electrical control and instrumentation systems. Your work will focus on the Dreadnought class submarines, set to replace the Vanguard Class currently in service with the Royal Navy. This is your chance to contribute to one of the most complex engineering programmes in the country, delivering a product of national importance. Core Responsibilities\n\n • Validate engineering assumptions, data, analysis methodologies, and results through review, surveillance, and audit.\n, • Provide evidence and specialist support for qualification, legislative requirements, safety justifications, and assurance activities.\n, • Identify and swiftly resolve issues across the product lifecycle, managing resulting change activities.\n, • Liaise with internal customers to understand, support, and incorporate agreed requirements.\n, • Manage external supplier delivery, including build, test, change, and technical queries.\n, • Offer day-to-day technical guidance for early learners in the team.\n, • Provide realistic programme status, identify risks and issues, implement recovery plans, and define qualification obligations for assurance hold points.\n, • Support design assurance and safety case documentation while complying with Quality, HS&E Management Systems, procedures, standards, risk assessments, and control measures.\nEssential Skills\n\n, • BEng (Hons), MEng, or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline (HND may be considered).\n, • Relevant sector experience with detailed design experience of large-scale Electrical, Electronic, Control, and Instrumentation (C&I) systems.\n, • Strong knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), instrumentation, and engineering design, with practical understanding of the C&I design lifecycle.\n, • Ability to review and assess design, equipment, and test documentation, including electrical schematics, schedules, and signal databases.\n, • Experience witnessing and assessing supplier testing and reports, with understanding of equipment delivery and acceptance criteria for facility integration.\n, • Demonstrable leadership and communication skills, with good knowledge of requirements and configuration management.\nAbout the PMS C&I Team\n This is an exciting opportunity to join the Dreadnought programme as a Principal Engineer. The PMS C&I Team is responsible for the design, integration, assurance, and delivery of Control and Instrumentation systems. We provide specialist engineering support across the system lifecycle, ensuring that our systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. \n Relocation support may be available for submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria. A Place Where Everyone Can Thrive\n We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and encourage discussions about reasonable adjustments where needed. \n Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and many roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, including 5–10 years of continuous UK residency depending on the role. Why Choose BAE Systems?\n Here, you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. Lifelong learning, meaningful work, and a supportive culture enable you to grow with confidence. You’ll be recognized for your contributions and supported with rewards that matter most to you. Closing Date\n 26th October 2026 \n We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please apply as early as possible! \n #LI-hybrid #LI-KI1