REQ ID: 129411
JOB TITLE: Lead Thermal Control Systems Engineer
SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000

POSTING START DATE: 14/07/2025
POSTING END DATE: 28/07/2025
LOCATION: Gaydon, Warwick, UK

Product Engineering at JLR is centred on innovation and creativity. From advanced driver assistance systems to developing the future of electric propulsion, the opportunities to create exceptional experiences for the future of motoring are wide-ranging. You'll work alongside industry experts to drive product strategy, manage programs, analyse performance, and lead transformation initiatives. Exceptional careers that bring world-renowned vehicles to life start here.

Lead Thermal Control Systems Engineer – Join the Future of Electrified Mobility at JLR!

We’re on the lookout for a talented and driven Lead Thermal Control Systems Engineer to help shape the future of propulsion at JLR. Based at our state-of-the-art Gaydon facility, this is your chance to take a leading role in developing cutting-edge control systems that power our next generation of electrified vehicles.

You’ll be working at the heart of innovation, providing technical leadership within an Agile framework, and helping to define the strategy, methods, and tools that drive our success. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to make a real impact, surrounded by a passionate and collaborative team.

WHAT TO EXPECT

In this role, you’ll play a key part in delivering high-quality outcomes and supporting the wider team through a range of responsibilities, including – 

• Take the lead in developing multiple control systems, shaping the future vision, defining system architecture, establishing robust requirements, and overseeing test methods and documentation
• Collaborate closely with both internal and external software delivery teams to ensure that all outputs align with the defined control system requirements
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of control system design by developing and refining tools, methods, and best practices
• Provide technical leadership in resolving complex issues within your area of expertise, ensuring a robust and reliable product launch, and responding effectively to feedback from the calibration team
• Mentor and support team members, helping to build a high-performing, world-class capability in control systems engineering
• Communicate confidently and clearly at all levels, presenting technical issues, feasibility solutions, and regular progress updates to stakeholders
  Offer guidance and support to colleagues in resolving key technical challenges, fostering a collaborative and solutions-focused environment

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring a solid background, relevant certifications, and the following key skills – 

• Proven problem-solving ability — this is a critical aspect of the role; candidates must be able to tackle complex engineering challenges and deliver clear, effective solutions
• Background in control systems, systems engineering, or calibration engineering, with a track record of delivering high-quality control solutions
• Experience in delivering control systems for automotive applications, ideally within thermal systems
• Requirements engineering — ability to write, decompose, and manage system and control requirements effectively
• Control system design expertise, including architecture definition, algorithm development, and validation
• Proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink for modelling, simulation, and control system development

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
• A 52-week maternity leave policy and a 4-week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
• Flexible working 

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.