Lead Thermal Engineer – Defense Systems (Onsite)

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading defence engineering firm in Stevenage seeks a Principal Thermal Engineer to take technical ownership of thermal analysis activities. The role involves delivering thermal analysis work, producing studies, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates should have a degree in a STEM field and a proven background in thermal analysis, along with experience in heat transfer modelling. This position offers the chance to work on complex projects with a significant impact in defense engineering.

Qualifications

• Proven background in thermal analysis required.
• Experience with heat transfer modelling using analytical and FEA methods.
• Confident communicator able to collaborate with internal and external teams.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of thermal analysis activities.
• Deliver packages of thermal analysis work with clear conclusions.
• Produce thermal studies involving conduction, convection, and radiation.

Skills

Thermal analysis

Heat transfer modelling

MATLAB/Simulink

CFD tools

Python/MATLAB scripting

Communication

Education

Degree in STEM discipline or equivalent experience

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

A leading defence engineering firm in Stevenage seeks a Principal Thermal Engineer to take technical ownership of thermal analysis activities. The role involves delivering thermal analysis work, producing studies, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates should have a degree in a STEM field and a proven background in thermal analysis, along with experience in heat transfer modelling. This position offers the chance to work on complex projects with a significant impact in defense engineering.