Electrical Contracts Manager

Electrical Contracts Manager

Plymouth Full-Time 42000 - 58000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage electrical contracts and oversee installation, repair, and testing services.
  • Company: Join a leading electrical contractor in the South West, known for quality service.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, career progression, and flexible working options.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a diverse and inclusive environment while developing your skills.
  • Qualifications: Fully qualified electrician with relevant experience in electrical installations.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work on exciting projects across various sectors.

The predicted salary is between 42000 - 58000 £ per year.

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Electrical Contracts Manager

Plymouth, South West Bennett and Game

Posted 1 day ago

Job Description

permanent

Electrical Contracts Manager Job Overview

Electrical Contracts Manager required in Plymouth for our client a specialised electrical contractor that operate throughout the South West providing commercial, domestic and industrial electrical services including installation, fault-finding, repair, inspection and testing.

They are looking for a fully qualified electrician who holds Electrical Installatio.

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Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

Posted today

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness or Filton – Hybrid – (Barrow – 2 days a fortnight onsite; 1 day a week onsite at Filton) depending on business needs

Salary: Up to £55k (commensurate with skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

  • Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment
  • Authoring and reviewing technical documentation
  • Managing associated technical risks, assumptions and dependencies
  • Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines
  • Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems
  • Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process
  • Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

  • Degree qualified Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering experience
  • Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated)
  • Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills

As 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.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK’s next-generation SSN design that incorporates technology from the UK, Australia and the United States you will be part of the Electrical Power team responsible for defining the needs of equipment, defining the system elements required to feed into the submarine design and build process, including design documentation, spatial modelling and build outputs. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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: 31st August 2025

We 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.

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Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

GU14 Farnborough, South East BAE Systems

Posted today

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness or Filton – Hybrid – (Barrow – 2 days a fortnight onsite; 1 day a week onsite at Filton) depending on business needs

Salary: Up to £55k (commensurate with skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

  • Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment
  • Authoring and reviewing technical documentation
  • Managing associated technical risks, assumptions and dependencies
  • Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines
  • Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems
  • Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process
  • Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

  • Degree qualified Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering experience
  • Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated)
  • Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills

As 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.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK’s next-generation SSN design that incorporates technology from the UK, Australia and the United States you will be part of the Electrical Power team responsible for defining the needs of equipment, defining the system elements required to feed into the submarine design and build process, including design documentation, spatial modelling and build outputs. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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: 31st August 2025

We 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.

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Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

BS1 Canon\’s Marsh, South West BAE Systems

Posted today

Job Description

Job title: Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

Location: Filton (Hybrid) – (1 day a week onsite at Filton) depending on business needs

Salary: Up to £61,500 (Commensurate with skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

  • Develop design solutions to agreed time, cost and quality in accordance with project or business milestones
  • Develop and manage requirements and acceptance criteria specific to a system or product and/or across a system of systems, platform or programme
  • Understand the contractual and performance requirements for various systems, and support the definition and associated acceptance criteria and events through design, build, integration, installation and commissioning activities
  • Produce documentation required to support the design review process, including diagrams; technical specifications; supporting calculations; design evidence and justifications
  • Provide technical support to integrated performance and acceptance activities, including acceptance of equipment from suppliers through to system acceptance by the customer
  • Support the development of estimates for the scope of work and resources required to deliver it to support bids, proposal development and project planning activities for various systems
  • Provide support to the Certificate of Design activities appropriate to the discipline and articulate and present complex technical argument clearly, logically and simply
  • Deliver technical input and engineering solutions in support of build activities, defect resolution and change management

Your skills and experiences:

  • BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent and CEng (or be able to satisfy requirements for CEng)
  • Demonstrable experience of engineering lifecycle
  • Understanding of at least one of the following areas: Power system modelling; generators; switchgear; protection; power electronics
  • In depth understanding of Power System Architecture, Power Generation and Distribution, Protection and Co-ordination or Power Earth Fault Monitoring
  • Experience of working within a relevant Engineering role to industry codes and standards

As 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 Electrical Engineering Power Team:

As part of the Electrical Engineering Power Team, you will be leading the development of design documents, reviewing supplier documentation, developing technical requirements and undertaking assessment of design compliance to support the development of our electrical systems. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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: 31st August 2025

We 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.

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Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

South West, South West BAE Systems

Posted today

Job Description

Job title: Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

Location: Filton (Hybrid) – (1 day a week onsite at Filton) depending on business needs

Salary: Up to £61,500 (Commensurate with skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

  • Develop design solutions to agreed time, cost and quality in accordance with project or business milestones
  • Develop and manage requirements and acceptance criteria specific to a system or product and/or across a system of systems, platform or programme
  • Understand the contractual and performance requirements for various systems, and support the definition and associated acceptance criteria and events through design, build, integration, installation and commissioning activities
  • Produce documentation required to support the design review process, including diagrams; technical specifications; supporting calculations; design evidence and justifications
  • Provide technical support to integrated performance and acceptance activities, including acceptance of equipment from suppliers through to system acceptance by the customer
  • Support the development of estimates for the scope of work and resources required to deliver it to support bids, proposal development and project planning activities for various systems
  • Provide support to the Certificate of Design activities appropriate to the discipline and articulate and present complex technical argument clearly, logically and simply
  • Deliver technical input and engineering solutions in support of build activities, defect resolution and change management

Your skills and experiences:

  • BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent and CEng (or be able to satisfy requirements for CEng)
  • Demonstrable experience of engineering lifecycle
  • Understanding of at least one of the following areas: Power system modelling; generators; switchgear; protection; power electronics
  • In depth understanding of Power System Architecture, Power Generation and Distribution, Protection and Co-ordination or Power Earth Fault Monitoring
  • Experience of working within a relevant Engineering role to industry codes and standards

As 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 Electrical Engineering Power Team:

As part of the Electrical Engineering Power Team, you will be leading the development of design documents, reviewing supplier documentation, developing technical requirements and undertaking assessment of design compliance to support the development of our electrical systems. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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: 31st August 2025

We 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.

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Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

PR1 Preston, North West BAE Systems

Posted today

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness or Filton – Hybrid – (Barrow – 2 days a fortnight onsite; 1 day a week onsite at Filton) depending on business needs

Salary: Up to £55k (commensurate with skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

  • Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment
  • Authoring and reviewing technical documentation
  • Managing associated technical risks, assumptions and dependencies
  • Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines
  • Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems
  • Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process
  • Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

  • Degree qualified Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering experience
  • Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated)
  • Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills

As 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.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK’s next-generation SSN design that incorporates technology from the UK, Australia and the United States you will be part of the Electrical Power team responsible for defining the needs of equipment, defining the system elements required to feed into the submarine design and build process, including design documentation, spatial modelling and build outputs. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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: 31st August 2025

We 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.

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Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

Posted today

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness or Filton – Hybrid – (Barrow – 2 days a fortnight onsite; 1 day a week onsite at Filton) depending on business needs

Salary: Up to £55k (commensurate with skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

  • Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment
  • Authoring and reviewing technical documentation
  • Managing associated technical risks, assumptions and dependencies
  • Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines
  • Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems
  • Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process
  • Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

  • Degree qualified Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering experience
  • Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated)
  • Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills

As 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.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK’s next-generation SSN design that incorporates technology from the UK, Australia and the United States you will be part of the Electrical Power team responsible for defining the needs of equipment, defining the system elements required to feed into the submarine design and build process, including design documentation, spatial modelling and build outputs. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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: 31st August 2025

We 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.

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Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

PO31 Cowes, South East BAE Systems

Posted today

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness or Filton – Hybrid – (Barrow – 2 days a fortnight onsite; 1 day a week onsite at Filton) depending on business needs

Salary: Up to £55k (commensurate with skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

  • Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment
  • Authoring and reviewing technical documentation
  • Managing associated technical risks, assumptions and dependencies
  • Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines
  • Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems
  • Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process
  • Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

  • Degree qualified Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering experience
  • Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated)
  • Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills

As 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.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK’s next-generation SSN design that incorporates technology from the UK, Australia and the United States you will be part of the Electrical Power team responsible for defining the needs of equipment, defining the system elements required to feed into the submarine design and build process, including design documentation, spatial modelling and build outputs. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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: 31st August 2025

We 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.

#LI-Hybrid

Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

Bedale, Yorkshire and the Humber BAE Systems

Posted today

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness or Filton – Hybrid – (Barrow – 2 days a fortnight onsite; 1 day a week onsite at Filton) depending on business needs

Salary: Up to £55k (commensurate with skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

  • Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment
  • Authoring and reviewing technical documentation
  • Managing associated technical risks, assumptions and dependencies
  • Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines
  • Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems
  • Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process
  • Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

  • Degree qualified Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering experience
  • Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated)
  • Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills

As 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.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK’s next-generation SSN design that incorporates technology from the UK, Australia and the United States you will be part of the Electrical Power team responsible for defining the needs of equipment, defining the system elements required to feed into the submarine design and build process, including design documentation, spatial modelling and build outputs. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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: 31st August 2025

We 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.

#LI-Hybrid

Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Power)

IV31 Lossiemouth, Scotland BAE Systems

Posted today

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness or Filton – Hybrid – (Barrow – 2 days a fortnight onsite; 1 day a week onsite at Filton) depending on business needs

Salary: Up to £55k (commensurate with skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

  • Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment
  • Authoring and reviewing technical documentation
  • Managing associated technical risks, assumptions and dependencies
  • Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines
  • Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems
  • Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process
  • Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

  • Degree qualified Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering experience
  • Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated)
  • Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills

As 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.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK’s next-generation SSN design that incorporates technology from the UK, Australia and the United States you will be part of the Electrical Power team responsible for defining the needs of equipment, defining the system elements required to feed into the submarine design and build process, including design documentation, spatial modelling and build outputs. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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: 31st August 2025

We 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.

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Electrical Contracts Manager employer: What's On In Plymouth

BAE Systems is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of the UK's electrical engineering sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible health and lifestyle options, BAE Systems fosters an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued. Located in key areas such as Barrow-in-Furness and Filton, employees have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge projects while enjoying a supportive atmosphere that encourages professional growth.
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We think this is how you could land Electrical Contracts Manager

✨Tip Number 1

Network with professionals in the electrical engineering field. Attend industry events, join relevant online forums, and connect with people on LinkedIn. This can help you learn about job openings and get referrals.

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Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in electrical engineering. Follow industry news, read technical journals, and participate in webinars to enhance your knowledge and show potential employers that you're proactive.

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Consider obtaining additional certifications relevant to electrical contracts management. This can set you apart from other candidates and demonstrate your commitment to professional development.

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Prepare for interviews by practising common questions related to electrical contracts management. Be ready to discuss your previous projects and how you've successfully managed contracts and teams in the past.

We think you need these skills to ace Electrical Contracts Manager

Electrical Installation
Project Management
Contract Management
Technical Documentation Authoring
Risk Management
AC and DC Power Systems Knowledge
Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills
Team Leadership
Regulatory Compliance
Customer Engagement
Fault-Finding and Repair
Inspection and Testing
Adaptability

Some tips for your application 🫡

Tailor Your CV: Make sure your CV highlights relevant experience in electrical engineering, particularly in contract management. Use keywords from the job description to demonstrate that you meet the specific requirements of the Electrical Contracts Manager role.

Craft a Compelling Cover Letter: Write a cover letter that showcases your passion for electrical engineering and your management skills. Mention specific projects or experiences that relate to the responsibilities outlined in the job description, such as managing electrical installations or overseeing contracts.

Highlight Relevant Qualifications: Clearly list your qualifications, including any certifications or degrees in electrical engineering. If you have experience with project management or specific electrical systems, make sure to include that information as well.

Proofread Your Application: Before submitting your application, carefully proofread your CV and cover letter for any spelling or grammatical errors. A polished application reflects attention to detail, which is crucial in the engineering field.

How to prepare for a job interview at What's On In Plymouth

✨Know Your Technical Stuff

As an Electrical Contracts Manager, you'll need to demonstrate a solid understanding of electrical systems and project management. Brush up on your technical knowledge, especially around AC and DC systems, installation processes, and safety regulations.

✨Prepare for Scenario Questions

Expect to face scenario-based questions that assess your problem-solving skills. Think about past projects where you faced challenges and how you overcame them. Be ready to discuss specific examples that highlight your leadership and decision-making abilities.

✨Understand the Company Culture

Research the company you're interviewing with. Understand their values, mission, and recent projects. This will help you tailor your responses and show that you're genuinely interested in being part of their team.

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