Principal Thermal Engineer

Leonardo Bristol, England Mar 27, 2026

Type Part Time
Pay Not listed
Work Hybrid
Level Senior

Principal Thermal Engineer focuses on provide expert guidance on cooling strategies and recommend thermal design improvements as required.

What the role involves

  • Provide expert guidance on cooling strategies and recommend thermal design improvements as required.
  • Advise on materials and manufacturing techniques with an emphasis on thermal performance and mechanical integrity.
  • Develop methods for verifying compliance across Leonardo products.
  • Driving innovation in thermal design, introducing new technologies and methodologies.
  • Supporting product development through all phases—from design and testing to final certification.
  • Delivering thermal solutions that meet performance requirements on time and within budget.

Skills and requirements

  • It is advantageous for the candidate to have experience in the design, development.

Confirmed role details

  • Onsite regularly, up to 5 days a week (37 hours standard work week, overtime if approved by project and employee) to delivery security classification and role specific tasks for pr.
  • The company allows hybrid working so working from home is possible when project work allows.
  • Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
  • Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.

Candidate fit

  • technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving
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