SDA Electrical Engineer

Ministry of Defence

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Reference number

373206

Salary

£37,100 - £39,000

per annum (pro rata), plus generous benefits and an average 27% employer pension contribution. Existing civil servants should refer to the Further Information document for salary details.

A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

Job grade

Other

Senior Technical Specialist I

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

MOD - Submarine Delivery Agency - Engineering

Type of role

Engineering

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

Location

HMNB Clyde, Faslane, Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute G84 0EH

About the job

Job summary

The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) is a part of the Ministry of Defence responsible for the procurement, in-service support, and disposal of the UK’s nuclear submarines. Our work is of unparalleled strategic importance nationally and internationally, ensuring the security of the UK’s continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent, and delivering some of the most technically complex programmes in defence.

Here you’ll find a community to belong to – whether that’s alongside project teams with a shared vision or as part of an employee network of like-minded individuals. We believe that, by celebrating different backgrounds and perspectives, together we’ll achieve the extraordinary.

Discover more about our work:

Job description

Would you like to apply your electrical power knowledge to some of the most complex platforms in the world? If so, we have an incredible opportunity to join the SDA as an Electrical Engineer based at HMNB Clyde.

The Electrical Design Authority (DA) within the SDA In-Service Submarines team (ISM) is responsible for providing safe to operate electrical systems across all the currently in-service Trafalgar, Vanguard and Astute Class submarines. As a member of the Electrical Design Authority, you will be responsible for assuring platform design intent and managing design changes, as well as supporting with the rectification of operational defects and ensuring platforms are safe for sea.

In this role, you’ll work with cutting-edge technology and a variety of specialist stakeholders to ensure our submarines can support the UK’s national security and other missions. You will form part of a team of circa 15 engineers, with different specialisations in electrical systems, from electrical power to control & indication and software.

This fascinating role will also give you the rare opportunity to get up close with some of the current in-service submarines and may involve survey and inspection responsibilities onboard. This could include physically demanding activities such as climbing vertical ladders, working at height and in confined spaces – suitable training will be provided as necessary.

Due to security requirements, this role is open to sole UK nationals only.

At the SDA, we champion flexible ways of working. Regular in-person attendance (3 days per week) is required onsite at HMNB Clyde to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role.

What you’ll be doing

Your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Acting as MoD intelligent customer for Astute, Trafalgar and Vanguard Class electrical power systems design and maintenance, and ensuring system safety and integrity
Preparing and assessing electrical loading requirements for design changes
Managing the DA requirements for submarine maintenance packages
Assisting boat staff with diagnosing and repairing defects
Ensuring compliance with technical and safety governance processes, including statutory and regulatory requirements
Carrying out calculations to assess the impact of electrical changes on the electrical distribution systems on In Service submarines

Person specification

To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

You will hold a relevant HNC (i.e., Level 4 or higher) qualification in an Electrical Engineering, or closely related subject, OR have relevant equivalent experience
You will have experience working within a high hazardous industry for example submarines, nuclear power, or similar
You will have experience working with high power electrical systems

In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:

Technical Requirements, Evaluation and Acceptance (Supervised Practitioner)
Technical Risk Management (Supervised Practitioner)
Communicating and influencing – CSBC3
Making effective decisions – CSBC3

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £37,100, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,747 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday
Flexible and hybrid working options
Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 27%
Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards
Access to specialist training and funded qualifications
Support for progression
Huge range of discounts
Volunteering days
Enhanced parental leave schemes

Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.

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Further Information

Candidate Information Pack: http://bit.ly/SDA--Candidate-Information-Pack
Terms and Conditions: https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions

Things you need to know

Selection process details

Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:

Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.
Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills

Please follow our guidance on CV writing for best chance of success.

Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).

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Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

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We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.