Consultant Engineer

Job DescriptionJob Title: Consultant Engineer – Mechanical EngineeringLocation: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this roleSalary: Circa £60,000What You’ll Be DoingDrive the analysis, definition, and delivery of engineering solutions that directly shape programme success and exceed customer expectationsUse your technical expertise to advance system and process development, taking the lead in solving high-impact engineering challengesChampion technical assurance, ensuring all engineering outputs are robust, compliant, and ready for critical programme milestonesBuild influential relationships with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams, acting as a trusted ambassador for engineeringInspire and develop colleagues through proactive mentoring while strengthening links with key professional institutionsPlay a pivotal role in governance as a Design Review Assessor and/or through Delegated Authority when requiredYour Skills And ExperiencesDegree qualified in relevant subject (or equivalent through experience), with Chartered status preferredStrong problem-solver with the ability to tackle complex engineering challenges and deliver innovative, high-quality solutionsSkilled in fluid systems engineering, including pumped compressible and incompressible flows, with solid hydraulics knowledgeGood understanding of marine engineering; submarine experience is highly desirableExperience working on military or naval vessels, with familiarity in defence standards and operational requirementsBenefitsAs well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.The Mechanical Engineering Discipline TeamJoin our Mechanical Engineering Discipline group and play a key role in delivering the vital ship services and life-support systems that power the UK’s current and next-generation nuclear submarines. You’ll work at the forefront of SSN AUKUS, while also supporting the Dreadnought and Astute programmes – tackling complex technical challenges, owning system-level issues, and solving problems that span multiple engineering domains. This role gives you the chance to lead design improvements, support critical technical troubleshooting, and build strong customer confidence through high-quality engineering solutions. You’ll also have opportunities to mentor junior engineers, develop leadership skills, and strengthen your technical expertise while influencing some of the most advanced submarine platforms in the world. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteriaWhy 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 of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and 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.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.Closing Date 19th December 2025We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.