Senior Engineer - PLM Structural Information & Systems in Glasgow

Location: Scotstoun – working a hybrid pattern – 2 days per week on site. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Up to £50,000 dependent on experience.

Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future for all of us.

Role description: This role is a key part of the team delivering the next generation of CAD capabilities for Naval Ship design and manufacturing. You will help define and improve engineering processes, support the implementation of new digital tools, and ensure that design data can be used efficiently across Engineering and Manufacturing. Your work will have a direct impact on design quality, productivity, and the successful delivery of Naval Ship programmes, while helping the wider business move towards more connected and efficient ways of working.

Core duties:

• Drive the development and improvement of CAD processes for Naval Ship 3D modelling and engineering outputs.
• Support the integration of CAD, PLM, and ERP systems to create efficient and connected engineering workflows.
• Provide training, user support, and technical guidance on CAD modelling, outputs, and best practices.
• Lead testing and validation activities to ensure CAD solutions meet business and technical requirements.
• Support the implementation of new CAD tools and processes, including evaluation, testing, documentation, deployment, and user adoption.
• Support manufacturing activities through the creation and maintenance of NC programs for plate and profile production.

Essential skills:

• Strong CAD knowledge and experience in 3D modelling, engineering drawings, and production outputs, preferably within shipbuilding and specifically using FORAN Structural modules (FHULL, FNEST, FHINFO, FBUILDS and FDESIGN) and/or Siemens NX.
• Good understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes, and how design information is managed throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ability to develop, document, and improve engineering processes, standards, user guides, and best practice procedures.
• Understanding of NC programming and manufacturing principles for plate and profile production.

The PLM Capability Centre Structure team: You will be joining a small, highly collaborative team where every member plays an important role and has the opportunity to make a real difference. The team works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, IT, and external suppliers to deliver practical solutions that support the design and construction of Naval Ships. This is an exciting time to join, as you will be directly involved in the implementation of a new CAD solution and the transition from the current toolset. You will have the opportunity to influence how the new system is configured, tested, deployed, and adopted by users across the business. This is a unique chance to help shape the future design environment for Naval Ships and contribute to a major digital transformation programme.

Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

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: 5th August 2026 – interviews will take place W/C 17th August 2026. 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.