Undergraduate Mechanical Engineer

4 days ago

BarrowinFurness, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time
Job Title: Industrial Placement Submarines Mechanical Engineer

Join our Submarines Team to be a part of designing, building, testing, and commissioning the largest and most advanced submarines ever operated by the Royal Navy. Work alongside our Astute Class and Dreadnought Class Submarines to provide a powerful and secure deterrent for the United Kingdom 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You could be the difference. Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. What You Will Be Doing

As a Mechanical Engineering Industrial Placement candidate, you will join an exciting team who work throughout the whole submarine life cycle, from concept through to activities with the operational fleet across our current, new, and future classes of submarine like Astute, Dreadnought & SSN-AUKUS. Duties and Responsibilities

You could be involved in designing, developing and modelling complex systems, components, and products, as well as supporting build, test, commissioning, and in-service operation, including but not limited to the following areas:

Gearbox Turbines (Main Engines, Turbo-Generators) Condenser/Heat Exchangers Ocean Interfaces Ventilation and Atmosphere Control (e.g. oxygen production and carbon dioxide removal) Survival Systems (e.g. firefighting and emergency breathing systems) Skills

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to be on track to obtain a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive, or Structural Engineering.

To be considered for this role you must be returning to university to complete your degree. Opportunities for Growth and Development

We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives. Community Involvement

In addition to professional development, BAE Systems values community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles. Retention and Career Development

Recognising the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance. Benefits

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. Inclusivity within our Recruitment Process

We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example, dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder, etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Our Environmental Responsibility

As a future-focused business we’re committed to changing the world we live in for the better. Our target is to achieve net zero emissions by 2030. We’re innovating new ways to develop on-site renewable electricity and setting ambitious targets for water consumption and waste generation. Export Control/Security

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

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