Principal Engineer - Mechanical Engineering (Propulsor)

Principal Engineer - Mechanical Engineering (Propulsor)

Barrow in Furness Based (Hybrid working)

£43 an hour PAYE OR £57.97 per hour Umbrella Inside IR35

12 Month Contract initially.

This is a great opportunity to work in one of the Uks leading defence organisations. This role is based in Barrow in Furness and is a Hybrid working role.

The role:-

Working with a small internal team and external stakeholders to support the design, manufacture, installation and refurbishment of Submarine Propulsors The team is part of the wider Engineering team supporting the design and build of multiple classes of Submarine Engaging with multiple stakeholders to produce a large technically complex precision component

Key Responsibilities

Support the design and development of submarine propulsor systems. Assess material selection and suitability for engineering applications. Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers and external stakeholders. Evaluate manufacturability and production processes for complex components. Work with metallic, composite and coated material systems. Ensure compliance throughout the full engineering lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support. Provide technical guidance relating to large-scale precision-engineered assemblies.

Essential Experience

Strong background in Mechanical Engineering within a complex engineering environment. Experience working with large, high-value engineered assemblies. Knowledge of metallic and composite materials. Understanding of machining processes and manufacturing capability. Familiarity with casting, forging and component tolerancing principles. Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Experience supporting manufacture, design integration or production engineering activities.For more information please contact Lauren at JAM Recruitment or click apply