Safety Engineering Graduate Programme

This two-year programme is designed to provide a strong foundation in safety engineering. You will rotate through various placements within different teams and projects, gaining insight into the full lifecycle of safety-critical systems. The programme aims to develop your knowledge, confidence, and experience to become a trusted safety professional.

What You'll Do

• Support the design and maintenance of Royal Navy nuclear-powered submarines.
• Contribute to the safe operation of nuclear facilities.
• Assist in the safe dismantling of decommissioned submarines.
• Identify, analyse, and mitigate risks across complex engineering environments.
• Engage with safety cases, hazard analysis, regulatory compliance, and safety assurance.

Development and Support

• Receive structured support, personalised training, and dedicated mentorship.
• Participate in the Graduate Development Programme with expert-led masterclasses.
• Receive full guidance and fee coverage for Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.

Future Opportunities

Upon completion, you will move into a permanent role within the Engineering Function, with opportunities to advance your career and pursue professional registration. The Babcock Role Framework provides a transparent view of career pathways.

Rewards and Benefits

• Minimum starting salary of £35,000.
• A minimum of 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Generous pension and employee share schemes.
• Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme and discounts.
• Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, digital GP service, and health checks.
• Opportunities for STEM outreach and volunteering.

Entry Requirements

• Achieved, or on track to achieve, a BEng, MEng, BSc, or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical, Electronic, or Systems Engineering.
• Must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Security Check (SC) and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI) clearance.
• Must be a sole UK national due to national security legislation.

Location

• Bristol (Babcock Technology Centre).
• Potential placements at other locations, including Devonport in Plymouth.
• Agile working is supported, with expectations to work on-site multiple times a week.

Application Process

• Applications are reviewed in order of receipt and may close early if the programme becomes oversubscribed.
• Apply to one programme only.
• Support is available for candidates requiring adjustments during the recruitment process.