Lead Thermal Engineer – Hybrid, Impactful Defence Tech

MBDA; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunity

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Subsidised meals and free car parking

Healthcare Cash Plan

Job summary

MBDA in Stevenage is seeking a Lead Thermal Engineer to work on innovative projects in thermal analysis. The role offers a dynamic hybrid work environment with 2-3 days on-site. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and experience with CAE tools like ANSYS, MATLAB, and Python. A competitive salary of circa £55,000+ is offered, along with opportunities for bonuses, overtime, and enhanced parental leave. Join a leader in defense supporting the security of the UK and its allies.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or demonstrable equivalent experience in a relevant subject.
• Experience in regulated design/manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of managing thermal performance in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Work on and lead thermal engineering projects.
• Investigate heat transfer problems in mechanical/electronic systems.
• Collaborate with a motivated team for project delivery.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of heat transfer analysis

Experience with CAE tools (ANSYS, MATLAB, Python)

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience

Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject

Tools

ANSYS

MATLAB

Python

Job description

MBDA in Stevenage is seeking a Lead Thermal Engineer to work on innovative projects in thermal analysis. The role offers a dynamic hybrid work environment with 2-3 days on-site. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and experience with CAE tools like ANSYS, MATLAB, and Python. A competitive salary of circa £55,000+ is offered, along with opportunities for bonuses, overtime, and enhanced parental leave. Join a leader in defense supporting the security of the UK and its allies.