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Eng Sr - Elec

Company:
BAE Systems
Location:
Kingsport, TN, 37660
Posted:
July 30, 2025
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Description:

Requisition Number

114634BR

BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company, has an opening for a Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Kingsport, TN. The Instrumentation engineer will supporting design, construction, and commissioning of various multi-million dollar modernization programs as well as day to day project support at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant.

At BAE Systems, we value our workforce and offer work-life balance with a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. This position involves on-site collaboration with the ability to work remotely 2 days /week.

BAE Systems helps protect those who protect us. At our R&D and manufacturing facility at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant, we do this by developing safer explosives for our government and commercial customers. Holston AAP has provided high-quality explosives for our war fighters since WWII and with your help will continue to push the frontier of energetic material synthesis and manufacturing.

Job Description

Responsible for the preparation, review, and approval of instrument specification data sheets

Responsible for the preparation of equipment lists, instrument index, loop sheets, I/O lists

Ensures that production of drawings, specifications, reports and analysis meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements

Ensure design documents adhere to applicable governing codes (NEC, NFPA, ISA, UFC, etc.).

Participates in reviews of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs)

Participates in Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) to consider safety aspects to equipment, personnel, public and environment

Meets with plant technical staff to discuss technical information and features

Prepares sketches and performs calculations for a detailed segment of a project

Prepares equipment specifications, inquiry (RFQ) and purchase requisitions for approval

Evaluates vendor bids and drawings to assure compliance with specifications

Communicates equipment design to project personnel and other disciplines

Participates in preparation of design guides, guide specifications, and contract proposals including basis of estimate (BOE) and statement of work (SOW)

Develops Electrical Area Classification (EAC) documents for instrumentation installations in hazardous areas

Participates in plant start-ups and field assignments as required; can include equipment inspections at vendor facilities

May participate with construction personnel concerning constructability issues as related to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activities

Job Posting Title

Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer

Job Family

Electrical Eng

Travel Percentage

<10%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

None

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related degree and 4+ years of applicable experience.

Experience in the development of Instrumentation and Valve Specifications

Experience in the design of PLC or DCS based control systems

Knowledge of National Electrical Code requirements for industrial facilities and hazardous locations

May consider candidates with fewer years experience for a more junior role or additional experience for a more senior role

Preferred Skills and Education

Experience in the design of industrial chemical manufacturing facilities

Experience with Department of Defense or explosives manufacturing

AutoCAD and instrumentation specification and sizing software

Ability to obtain Professional Engineering License in TN and VA #LI-Hybird #LI-JR1

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Department

HE1_Holston Engineering

Company

155_BAE SYSTEMS Ordnance Systems

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Engineering & Technology

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

Ordnance

Salary Max Point

132283

Salary Min Point

77814

Union Job

None

Recruiter

Jenny Ridings

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