Senior Commissioning Engineer – Electrical
// Role Summary
Join BAE Systems as a Senior Commissioning Engineer – Electrical, playing a vital role in the commissioning of advanced electrical power and distribution systems for the next-generation Dreadnought submarines. You'll collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant, and technically excellent project delivery.
// Key Responsibilities
- Commission first-of-class electrical power and distribution systems for Dreadnought submarines.
- Work with Engineering, Build Operations, Royal Navy, and MOD.
- Carry out commissioning and testing activities with limited supervision in a high-risk environment.
- Research, author, and review design and test documentation.
- Represent the company during Factory Acceptance Tests and sea trials, including potential overseas travel.
- Support and mentor less experienced team members.
// Role Specification
Join BAE Systems and be part of a global team pioneering progress and protecting what matters most. We deliver advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions, shaping a safer future.
About the Role
In this critical role, you will support the commissioning of first-of-class electrical power and distribution systems for the next generation Dreadnought submarines. You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Build Operations, the Royal Navy, and the MOD to ensure all commissioning activities are delivered safely, compliantly, and to the highest technical standards.
Core Duties
- Carry out commissioning and testing activities with limited supervision in a high-risk environment.
- Liaise with Engineering, Royal Navy, MOD, and Build Operations teams to ensure activities are completed safely and compliantly.
- Research, author, and review design and test documentation.
- Maintain full and accurate records of all work activities in accordance with policy, procedure, and legislation.
- Support and mentor less experienced team members within your area of expertise.
- Represent the company during Factory Acceptance Tests, offsite testing, contractor sea trials, and other outworking activities, including potential overseas travel.
- Deliver assigned activities in line with company policy, procedures, and legislative requirements.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Knowledge of AC and DC electrical generation and power distribution systems.
- Experience working with electrical distribution systems, fire protection systems, and electrical testing.
- Understanding of instrumentation systems including Electrostatic Discharge, Low Voltage Control, Data Communications, PLCs, and Fibre Optics.
- Knowledge of safety controls and procedures within a high-risk environment.
- Awareness of Nuclear Site Licence and Authorisation Conditions.
- Understanding of how Test & Commissioning contributes to the wider business and UK defence enterprise.
The Electrical Commissioning Team
You will join the Electrical Commissioning Team, which is responsible for commissioning the first-of-class electrical power and distribution plant on the Dreadnought submarine programme. This programme will deliver four SSBNs to the Royal Navy, supporting the UK’s Continuous At Sea Deterrence (CASD) capability. Relocation support packages are available for all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility.
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