Principal Mechanical Engineer leading naval engineering projects, focusing on power and propulsion systems in Devonport. Join a multidisciplinary team delivering innovative engineering solutions with professional growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
Lead and support the Power and Propulsion engineering team, providing technical direction and design oversight.
Oversee delivery of complex technical solutions and act as a key point of contact for customers.
Provide engineering support to new ship build projects and in-service programs, including Type 31 Frigate and Arrowhead.
Produce and manage technical documentation, ensuring compliance with codes and standards.
Mentor others and drive continuous improvement across projects.
Requirements
Significant experience in naval or marine engineering projects, with deep knowledge of power and propulsion systems.
Expertise in producing, reviewing, and approving detailed engineering outputs.
Skilled in applying relevant procedures, codes, and classification society standards.
Familiarity with systems analysis tools and CAD software (2D/3D).
Degree in Marine, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline (Master’s desirable).
Chartered Engineer status and membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., RINA, IMechE, IMarEst, IET).
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.
Benefits
Generous holiday allowance
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
Employee share scheme
Employee shopping savings portal
Payment of Professional Fees
Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement.
‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
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