Fuel Research Engineer

ALTEN
📍 Bristol, England, United Kingdom 💼 full-time 🕒 Posted June 19, 2026

Job Description

Job Description

As a Fuel Research Engineer (Sustainable Aviation Fuels), you will join our Bristol team to support our activities within the aerospace and sustainable energy sector.

This role focuses on advancing the understanding of safety characteristics of drop-in Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs), specifically investigating the relationship between flammability limits (UEL/LEL) and flash point. You will contribute to a research-driven programme built on comprehensive literature review and technical analysis, addressing knowledge gaps not covered in previous initiatives such as CLEAN3 and JetSCREEN.

  • Location: Bristol
  • On Site: Hybrid
  • Clearance: Clearable 
  • Experience Level: Early to Mid level (2-6 years)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct detailed literature reviews on hydrocarbon fuels and flammability char...

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Job Details

  • Location Bristol, England
  • Job Type full-time
  • Category Engineers
  • Posted Date June 19, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 29, 2026