Principal Thermal Engineer

Matchtech; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Aerospace and Defence supplier in Stevenage is seeking a Principal Thermal Engineer for a 12-month contract role. The successful candidate will take ownership of thermal analysis work, provide mechanical analysis support, and deliver clear reports detailing analysis evidence. Applicants must have a degree in a STEM subject, proven thermal analysis experience, and excellent communication skills. This position is fully onsite and requires British nationality and SC Clearance.

Qualifications

• Ability to carry out thermal analysis through hand calculations and Finite Element methods.
• Experience in thermal analysis of electronics and conducting thermal studies.
• Self-motivated, organised, and capable of delivering work independently.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of delivering thermal analysis work packages.
• Provide mechanical analysis support for designs and thermal performance.
• Deliver clear reports with firm conclusions for analysis evidence.

Skills

Thermal analysis

Mechanical analysis support

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree qualified in a STEM subject

Tools

ANSYS

MATLAB-Simulink

CFD software

Python

Job description

Our client, an Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Principal Thermal Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Stevenage.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the British nationality and be willing to obtain full SC Clearance ahead of starting.

12 month initial contract. Fully onsite in Stevenage. £50 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership for delivering packages of thermal analysis work.
• Provide mechanical analysis support to develop designs and deliver thermal performance evidence.
• Deliver analysis evidence in clear reports with firm conclusion statements.
• Participate in team meetings and design reviews.
• Manage workload against time schedules and report progress regularly to stakeholders.
• Responsible for dealing and collaborating with project stakeholders (internal & external).

Skillset / Experience required

• Degree qualified in a STEM subject.
• Proven ability to carry out thermal analysis through the application of hand calculations and Finite Element methods (e.g. ANSYS etc.).
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Carrying out studies to determine the effects of conduction, convection and radiation on the thermal response of systems;
  • Thermal analysis of electronics;
  • Application of MATLAB‑Simulink to deliver thermal studies;
  • Use of CFD to assess thermal behaviour;
  • Scripting using MATLAB or Python.
• Ability to make quick/simple assessments to progress design activities in an efficient manner.
• Self‑motivated and organised individuals, who are great problem solvers and can take responsibility for the delivery of work.
• Ability to work as a part of a multi‑disciplinary team, as well as independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to network and influence internal and external customers.
• Relevant experience in an equivalent or comparable industry would be advantageous.