At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage configuration baselines and ensure effective change control across submarine engineering programmes.
- Company: Leading engineering firm focused on innovative submarine technology.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work remotely with occasional site visits; excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in cutting-edge engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Engineering degree and experience in configuration management required.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.
The Principal Engineer (Configuration Control) is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and governing configuration baselines across submarine engineering programmes. Working closely with Engineering, Project Management, Customers, and Suppliers, the role ensures products, systems, and documentation are delivered safely, compliantly, and under effective change control.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Configuration Management Plans and controlled baselines throughout the engineering lifecycle.
- Manage and govern configuration changes, ensuring robust processes and traceability are in place.
- Monitor configuration status, identify risks or issues, and support corrective actions and recovery plans.
- Ensure configuration control requirements are applied across projects and flowed down effectively to suppliers.
- Provide configuration status reporting and support design reviews, audits, and lifecycle management reviews.
- Promote best practice in configuration management and provide guidance to engineering and project teams.
- Support project planning, estimating, and delivery activities related to configuration control.
Knowledge & Experience
- Understanding of engineering lifecycles and configuration management principles.
- Knowledge of asset hierarchies and product structures, including WBS, PBS, and BOM.
- Experience managing baselines, design changes, and technical documentation within complex engineering projects.
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards and governance processes.
Skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to analyse, monitor, and report configuration status.
- High attention to detail with a structured approach to documentation and control.
- Strong awareness of Product Safety and SHE requirements.
Qualifications
- Engineering Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
- CM2 certification preferred.
1-2 days pw on site per month. Can be based in Barrow, Broadoak, Filton, Frimley & Weymouth.
Configuration Engineer in Barrow in Furness employer: FBI &TMT
As a Principal Engineer in Configuration Control, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in submarine engineering programmes. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous learning and development opportunities, while also offering flexible working arrangements. Located in Barrow, Broadoak, Filton, Frimley, or Weymouth, you will benefit from a supportive environment that values innovation and safety, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
