Principal Engineer - Non-Destructive Examination

Babcock

  • Faslane, Argyll and Bute Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute
  • £69,400 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Non-Destructive ExaminationLocation: Helensburgh, Argyll and ButeCompensation: Up to £69,400 depending on experience + BenefitsRole Type: Full time / PermanentRole ID: SF67144At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Principal Engineer - Non-Destructive Examination at our HMNB Clyde Faslane site.The roleAs a Principal Engineer - Non-Destructive Examination, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You'll lead the delivery, development, and day-to-day management of the Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) department - a critical function that safeguards the system and structural integrity of submarine platforms and supporting infrastructure.Day-to-day, you'll champion continuous improvement, cultivate a high-performance culture, and support the professional growth of your team. Additionally, you will:
  • Lead a multidisciplinary team of approximately 36, delivering inspection services across a broad range of techniques
  • Oversee the NDE department and provide guidance to Senior NDE Engineers
  • Manage resource allocation and workload demands in a high-assurance environment, optimising utilisation and efficiency of both personnel and equipment
  • Ensure all activities comply with relevant standards, regulations, and legislation
This role is full time, 36 hours per week and is based on site at Faslane.Essential experience of the Principal Engineer - Non-Destructive Examination
  • In-depth expertise in Non-Destructive Examination techniques
  • Strong understanding of Radiation Protection principles
  • Demonstrated leadership and management experience
  • Familiarity with submarine systems and equipment
Qualifications for the Principal Engineer - Non-Destructive Examination
  • HNC/HND or higher in Engineering or a related technical discipline
  • PCN Level II Radiography
  • PCN Level II Ultrasonics
  • At least two additional PCN Level II certifications
  • ILM Level 3 or equivalent
Security ClearanceThe successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at .What we offer
  • 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. This Window opens February through to March annually.
  • '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.
Babcock InternationalFor over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing date: 08/09/2025#CLYDEWC25

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