Flex

Principal Thermal Mechanical Engineer

Flex$126K — $173K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Thesis required)
  • 5-7 years of experience in designing and engineering fluid systems
  • 3+ years at senior or principal engineer level in an industrial setting
  • Expertise in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer
  • Extensive SolidWorks CAD experience, including complex part and assembly drawings
  • Proven ability to develop product concepts and conduct performance analysis
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with effective communication abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead design, analysis, and optimization of complex fluid systems from concept to detailed CAD
  • Collaborate with customers to integrate fluid systems into product designs
  • Conduct simulations and tests to ensure fluid system performance under various conditions
  • Perform calculations and analysis of fluid dynamics, pressure drops, and thermal performance
  • Develop engineering specifications and documentation for fluid system components
  • Advocate for R&D and lead projects to fill technical gaps
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote a continuous learning environment
  • Contribute to product concept development and innovative fluid system designs

Benefits

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Matching 401(k) contributions
  • Vacation and paid sick time
  • Tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Principal Thermal Mechanical Engineer located in Littleton, MA.

Reporting to the Product Manager the Principal Thermal Mechanical Engineer will play a pivotal role in the early phases of product development and serving in a guidance capacity through product maturation. Our products drive sustainability across the data center infrastructure by allowing higher coolant temperatures and by driving more complete heat capture for liquid cooling. The Principal Mechanical Engineer will provide technical leadership, mentorship, and hands-on expertise in mechanical design, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer but also work closely with customers in communicating the art of the possible with JetCool technology and building a strong customer relationship on a technical level.

What a typical day looks like:
  • Lead the initial design, analysis, and optimization of complex fluid systems from concept initial CAD to final detailed CAD and drawing for liquid cooling, including cold plates, pumps, fluids, tubing, and heat exchangers, for the latest computer processing chipsets.
  • Collaborate with customer and partner teams to integrate fluid systems into overall product designs.
  • Conduct fluid flow simulations, analyses, and tests to ensure efficient and reliable performance of fluid systems under various operating conditions.
  • Perform detailed calculations and analysis of fluid dynamics, pressure drops, thermal performance, and material compatibility.
  • Develop and review engineering specifications, and documentation for fluid system and heat transfer components and assemblies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in maintaining a strong best practice culture and driving additional foundational knowledge and IP through research.
  • Identify technical gaps to advocate for research and development and lead research projects, maximizing product impact and benefit.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
  • Participate in design reviews, presenting technical findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Contribute to the development of new product concepts and innovations in fluid system design, keeping abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies.
  • Support the resolution of technical challenges and issues related to fluid systems throughout the product lifecycle.


The experience we're looking to add to our team:
  • Master's (Thesis required) degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of post-collegiate experience in designing and engineering fluid systems, preferably within the data center thermal management/ cooling, automotive, medical, or nuclear industries.
  • Minimum of 3 years working at senior or principal engineer level in an industrial setting.
  • Profound expertise in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer, with a strong foundation in engineering principles.
  • Extensive experience in SolidWorks CAD, complex part and assembly drawings, GD&T and DFMs.
  • Ability to independently develop product concepts, performance analysis and design experiments. Track record of new product development, preferably thermal fluid products.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to effectively troubleshoot and optimize fluid system performance.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.


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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement


Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.
Job Posting Start Date 07-13-2026 Job Posting End Date 07-20-2026
The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.
$126,500.00 USD - $173,900.00 USD Annual

Job Category
Design, Process & Technology Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?
No

About Flex

Flex Ltd. is an American Singaporean-domiciled multinational electronics contract manufacturer. It is the third largest global electronics manufacturing services (EMS), original design manufacturer (ODM) company by revenue, behind only Pegatron for what concerns original equipment manufacturers. Flex has manufacturing operations in over 30 countries, totaling approximately 200,000 employees.
Learn more about Flex
Size
172,648 employees
Market Cap
$9.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$421 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+1.8%
Revenue
$23.3 billion
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