Product Safety Engineer

Product 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 Principal Engineer – Product Safety 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