Safety Engineer

Job description

Nuclear Safety Engineer

Client: BAE Systems

Location: Barrow-in-Furness

Duration: 6 months

Hourly Rate: £55.31 PAYE or £74.68 Umbrella

Working Arrangements: Hybrid working

About the Role

BAE Systems is looking for a Product Safety Engineer to join our Submarines team in Barrow. This is a highly visible role where you’ll apply your engineering expertise to ensure the safety, compliance, and effectiveness of submarine systems and components. You’ll work independently or as part of a small team, providing technical leadership and guidance, and occasionally leading other engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake technical reviews and verify/sign engineering designs
• Provide guidance and direction to engineers, supporting their development
• Define qualification obligations for assurance hold points during build, test, and commissioning
• Ensure Safety Cases and supporting documentation are robust, compliant, and fit for purpose
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to incorporate requirements where appropriate
• Promote and share technical expertise, approaches, and standards across the business

Skills and Experience

• Chartered Engineer (Eng) or equivalent capability
• Extensive experience in safety or environmental engineering, preferably in complex systems or submarine environments
• Strong technical leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Barrow-In-Furness

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English