Principal Welding Engineer

Job Description

Principal Welding EngineerLocation: Devonport, PlymouthStarting Salary: £49,640SF31992About the roleThe Welding Design Department supports the repair and maintenance activities on the Royal Navys Warships and Submarines at Devonport Royal Dockyard. The Welding Engineering team consists of 7 Welding Engineers who provide subject matter expertise to project and production teams. Welding Design works alongside the Non-Destructive Testing and Welding Compliance Section to ensure the management of a high quality welding.Were currently looking for a Principal Welding Engineer to lead the team in developing the welding engineer capabilities of the department. Day to day welding engineering tasks to support production activities and external customers, which will include managing and leading up to 8 Welding Engineers. Providing direction and technical judgement on Welding Engineering projects. Working in conjunction with Babcocks Weld Quality Management System (ISO3834-2) to ensure quality practises are abided by. The authoring and reviewing technical engineering reports/proposals for bespoke welding techniques utilising materials knowledge. Reviewing and approval of sub-contractors quality system. Providing suitable feedback to sub-contractors on their work.Areas currently being developed include the application of Engineering Critical Assessment and increasing the use of mechanised welding.The Welding Engineering team interact with many areas of the wider business interpreting welding related problems and working together to share knowledge and increase the expertise of the department.What do I need to do the roleThe candidate will have a minimum of a Masters qualification in a relevant engineering discipline. They must have an understanding of welding processes and techniques. They will have a high degree of computer literacy; experience in using engineering software would be an advantage. Their experience must demonstrate a working knowledge of submarines / surface ships in both structural applications and pipe systems.What else do I need to know• The applicant must be capable of holding NNPI, PSA and Atomic security clearances.• Chartered Engineer Status. Applicants who have a CEng application accepted by a relevant Engineering Institute will be considered.• Minimum requirement for the role is having achieved a masters degree in a relevant engineering discipline.About Babcock InternationalFor more than a century, Babcock, the Aerospace and Defence Company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly-skilled engineering services. We help customers in the UK and around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the four market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear, underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, unique infrastructure and specialist training.Babcock offers a supportive environment including: enhanced employment terms and conditions, money purchase pension scheme with life assurance, share ownership scheme, Occupational Health services, flexible working hours (only non-industrials), career opportunities and specialist advice and guidance from our Learning & Development teams. Additional benefits may also apply for Management posts.LocationThis role is based at Devonport Royal Dockyard which is located in the vibrant city of Plymouth, Devon in the south west of England. Plymouth is a city with a long and proud military history and more than its fair share of heritage. There is something for everyone here; from a superb coastline if you are a water sports enthusiast or Dartmoor National Park if you enjoy hiking and climbing, or simply enjoy the fantastic scenery. For a great night out we have the historic Barbican area with its wide variety of bars, clubs and restaurants.Application GuidanceDue to the COVID-19 pandemic, we need to ensure that our recruitment processes are regularly reviewed and adapted, as required, to ensure were compliant with the latest government advice. We are striving to protect both our current and future employees by acting in a responsible way which reflects the restrictions we face.Babcock are continuing with essential recruitment activity but implementing relevant recommendations to ensure that this is done in a responsible way with consideration of the unprecedented circumstances we are facing.Please follow the link to find out more about how COVID-19 is impacting Recruitment and On-boarding for applicants.All applications should be made online. Please use a desktop PC or laptop to create your account and apply for a job. Once youve completed this youll be able to apply to jobs from mobile devices. If you experience difficulties please visit our careers page.If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know and will respond in a way that best fits your specific needs.This advice is valid at the time of publication and changing government advice and Babcock working practices take precedence at any particular time.Armed Forces CovenantWe are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the value that Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reserves, Veterans, Uniformed Cadet Instructors and Service Families contribute to our business and the United Kingdom. As part of the Covenant, Babcock offers Reservists and Uniformed Cadet Instructors up to 2 weeks special paid leave to help them meet their commitments. To find out more please visit our website.#LI-POST