Leads the discipline Globally, leading discipline engineering capability for people, processes and systems in support of business area strategy.
Ensures people, processes and equipment are aligned with delivery requirements of the discipline.
Directing sector/DRC discipline leads to create global consistency.
Promotes a culture of best practice and will coach and mentor members of the engineering team.
Provide technical oversight, acting on behalf of the Chief Engineer during deep maintenance periods.
Deliver engineering guidance and ensure design intent is maintained from work package creation through to testing and acceptance.
Interface with internal project teams and external Design Authorities to ensure performance, safety and quality standards are achieved.
Lead technical investigations, audits and structured reviews across submarine platform systems.
Contribute to engineering change processes, working groups and continuous improvement initiatives.

Proven experience in marine structures, naval architecture engineering or marine surveying, including exposure to classification requirements.
Strong understanding of marine structural principles and surveying practices.
Hands-on experience conducting technical audits and navigating associated processes.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated capability in identifying, managing and prioritising technical risks and developing mitigation strategies.
Degree-level education in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
Currently holds or is willing to work towards Chartered Engineer status as part of continuous professional development.
Must be a sole UK National who is able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Generous holiday allowance
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
Employee share scheme
Employee shopping savings portal
Payment of Professional Fees
Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement.
‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Technical Authority, Marine Structures – Naval Architect

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