Thermal Engineer
We are a pioneering organization committed to solving some of the industry's most demanding engineering problems. Our culture is built on a foundation of technical excellence, continuous innovation, and collaborative problem-solving. By joining us, you become part of a team that values deep expertise and empowers its engineers to push the boundaries of what is possible, creating solutions that have a tangible impact across multiple high-tech sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Spearhead the end-to-end thermal design and analysis of complex mechanical and electronic systems, from initial concept to high-volume production.
- Conduct intricate thermal simulations using advanced CFD and FEA software (such as ANSYS Icepak, Flotherm, or similar tools) to accurately predict and validate system performance under diverse operational conditions.
- Innovate and engineer bespoke cooling solutions—ranging from passive heat sinks and advanced heat pipes to sophisticated active liquid cooling loops and two-phase systems.
- Meticulously evaluate, test, and select optimal Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs) and other components to maximize heat dissipation and ensure long-term component reliability.
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for empirical thermal validation, utilizing thermal cameras, thermocouples, and modern data acquisition systems to correlate simulation data with real-world results.
- Drive system-level optimization for thermal performance, power efficiency, and acoustic noise, ensuring designs meet and exceed stringent project requirements and industry standards.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including electrical, PCB layout, and industrial design engineers—to integrate thermal solutions seamlessly into the overall product architecture without compromising other design constraints.
- Generate detailed technical reports, compelling data visualizations, and clear documentation to communicate analysis findings and critical design recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Core Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required; a Master’s degree or Ph.D. is highly advantageous.
- A minimum of 7 years of professional, hands-on experience in a dedicated thermal engineering or thermal analyst role, with a portfolio of completed projects.
- Profound, expert-level understanding of fundamental heat transfer principles—conduction, convection, and radiation—and their practical application in complex product design.
- Demonstrated proficiency with at least one major CFD/thermal simulation software package: ANSYS Icepak, Flotherm, SolidWorks Flow Simulation, or COMSOL.
- Verifiable hands-on experience with experimental thermal testing, including test fixture design, instrumentation (thermocouples, heat flux sensors), and data acquisition/analysis.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deconstruct complex thermal challenges into manageable components and derive data-driven solutions.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience designing for specific high-demand industries such as high-density data centers, automotive (especially EV battery and infotainment systems), aerospace/defense, or high-power consumer electronics.
- Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for automating data analysis, simulation workflows, and post-processing tasks.
- Knowledge of advanced and emerging cooling technologies, such as vapor chambers, thermoelectric coolers (TECs), or immersion cooling methodologies.
- Prior experience in the thermal management of high-power components like power electronics (IGBTs, MOSFETs), CPUs/GPUs, or high-power RF devices.