Commissioning Electrical Engineer

Company: BAE Systems
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Location: Warrington
Job Description:

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

  • As a Senior Commissioning Engineer – Electrical (Ships), you will support the commissioning of complex electrical systems within a high-risk engineering environment.
  • Produce test and commissioning documentation for electrical systems
  • Carry out commissioning activities safely, with limited supervision
  • Liaise with stakeholders to ensure compliance with project and safety requirements
  • Deliver assigned activities in line with company policies, procedures and legislation
  • Contribute to commissioning activities involving electrical distribution, fire protection, control and instrumentation systems
  • HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience
  • Experience producing test documentation and technical reports, interpreting engineering drawings and using appropriate test equipment for electrical testing
  • Knowledge of electrical control, instrumentation and high-voltage systems, including power plants, motors, distribution and fire protection systems
  • Knowledge of instrumentation technologies, including low-voltage control, PLCs, data communications and fibre optics
  • Experience commissioning complex systems, with a strong understanding of safety procedures in high-risk environments and nuclear site authorisation conditions
  • Understanding of test and commissioning processes, with the ability to work independently, liaise with stakeholders and support and mentor colleagues

You will join the Tech Cell Electrical team at the start of a major phase of the Dreadnought Submarine programme, one of the UK’s biggest and most complex engineering programmes. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant project and may travel to support Factory Acceptance Tests. Relocation support is available across Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

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Posted: October 22nd, 2026