EMC Engineer

EMC Engineer

Would you like to play a key role in the delivery of electromagnetic capability for advanced submarine platforms? We currently have a vacancy for an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer at our site in Barrow-in-Furness.

As an EMC Engineer, you will be working within a dedicated EMC team, evaluating the electromagnetic performance of the submarine platforms. You will be executing, delivering and managing complex engineering and cross-functional tasks or programmes of work, recognising stakeholder and customer requirements.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work in a hands-on engineering role, with the chance to develop a combination of skills within the engineering and science fields. You will have the chance to work on projects of national importance, as well as cutting edge technology.

Your main responsibilities as an EMC Engineer will involve:

Performing EMC testing both on-board and within a dedicated newly built electromagnetic test facility

Assessing boat electrical equipment for Electromagnetic (EM) compatibility.

Working with equipment manufacturers with the collation, assessment and review of EMC qualification evidence to address EM issues in a cost effective manner

Preparing calculations to demonstrate that the EM environment is safe

Your skills and qualifications as an EMC Engineer:

Essential:

Degree in electrical engineering, (or similar discipline) or equivalent qualification or experience

Background in an electrical discipline

Desirable:

Awareness of EMC qualification activities

What we're looking for in you:

You will have a keen interest in developing your knowledge in the EMC field, alongside a flexible and adaptable approach to your work. You must also possess good analytical and problem solving skills.

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, childcare vouchers, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Maritime - Submarines

Our Submarines business has been safely delivering world class submarines to the UK Royal Navy for more than a century.

The Astute class will equip the Royal Navy with its largest and most capable generation of attack submarines. We are responsible for the design, build, test and commissioning of these state-of-the-art vessels. In total, seven boats will make up the fleet, each weighing a mighty 7,400 tonnes.

Dreadnought is the successor to the Vanguard class of nuclear deterrent submarines. We will deliver four submarines to the Royal Navy, with the first submarine entering service in the early 2030s. Dreadnought is widely considered to be one of the world's most complex engineering challenges.

We have sites in Barrow-in-Furness, Filton, Frimley, Ash Vale, Broad Oak and Weymouth, and we pride ourselves on employing the best professionals around. Join us and you'll be part of something important; something you can be proud of.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

Inspiring Work, Inspiring People Salary: . Date posted: 27/07/2017