R&D Thermal Engineer

AIRSYS Cooling Technologies, Inc.

$80K — $100K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • 2+ years in thermal engineering, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, or cooling system development.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities for complex investigations.
  • Hands-on experimental experience, including test setup design, instrumentation, and data acquisition.
  • Proficient in thermal simulation tools like CFD software.
  • Demonstrated ownership and urgency in driving projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills for presenting technical findings.

Responsibilities

  • Lead thermal design and analysis for advanced cooling systems and related products.
  • Perform detailed thermal analysis (CFD, heat transfer, fluid flow) to support development.
  • Design and execute experiments to validate thermal performance and identify issues.
  • Develop test plans and validation procedures with proper instrumentation.
  • Proactively identify technical risks and drive solutions to meet milestones.
  • Collaborate across teams to ensure robust system integration.
  • Continuously improve design methodologies and testing processes.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
  • Supportive work environment focused on innovation and collaboration.
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and technology.
  • Encouragement for continuing education and skill development.
Full Job Description
Position Title: R&D Thermal Engineer
Department: R&D

Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Thermal Engineer with strong analytical capabilities, hands-on experimental expertise, and a proactive mindset. The ideal candidate will play a key role in thermal system development, problem-solving, and product optimization, driving projects from concept through validation with a strong sense of urgency and ownership.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead thermal design and analysis for advanced cooling systems and related products.
  • Perform detailed thermal analysis (CFD, heat transfer, fluid flow, etc.) to support product development and optimization.
  • Design, execute, and analyze experiments tovalidatethermal performance andidentifyroot causes of technical issues.
  • Develop test plans, instrumentation setups, and validation procedures.
  • Identifytechnical risks early and proactively drive solutions to ensure project milestones are met
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and product teams to ensure robust system integration.
  • Continuously improve design methodologies, testing processes, and performance benchmarks.
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers when needed.

Qualifications:
  • Master's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering ora relatedfield.
  • 2+ years of experience in thermal engineering, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, or cooling system development.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently drive complex technical investigations.
  • Extensive hands-on experimental experience, including test setup design, instrumentation, data acquisition, and result interpretation.
  • Proficiencyin thermal simulation tools (e.g., CFD software) and engineering analysis methods.
  • Demonstrated ability to take ownership, act with urgency, and proactively push projects forward in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communicationskills and ability to clearly present technical findings.
    Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in liquid cooling systems, data center cooling, or high-power electronics thermal management.


  • Experience in 3D printing technology
  • Experience transitioning prototypes into production-ready products.

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