Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Nuclear Engineering, or related field.
2+ years of mechanical or thermal engineering experience, ideally with heat exchangers or high-temperature systems.
Proficiency in mechanical CAD design and engineering analysis tools (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, ANSYS, COMSOL).
Strong understanding of heat transfer, fluid mechanics, thermal stresses, and structural mechanics.
Familiarity with piping design and pressure-containing components, including thermal expansion and mechanical interfaces.
Knowledge of materials science related to thermal properties and structural performance.
Responsibilities
Perform mechanical design, modeling, and analysis of heat exchanger systems for optimal performance.
Design and analyze inlet/outlet piping and manifolds, ensuring compatibility with system requirements.
Evaluate thermal stresses and mechanical loads between heat exchangers and piping systems.
Support development of manufacturing methods, including material selection and fabrication processes.
Design and develop test articles and procedures to validate performance and integrity.
Coordinate with teams to translate system requirements into reliable hardware products.
Investigate hardware failures and implement design improvements for enhanced reliability.
Benefits
Access to a state-of-the-art facility designed for collaboration and innovation.
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge energy applications and advanced heat exchanger systems.
Engagement with cross-functional teams, enhancing professional growth and networking.
Potential for long-term career development in a rapidly evolving industry.
Full Job Description
About the Role
As a Thermo-Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in developing, designing, qualifying, and deploying advanced heat exchanger systems for cutting-edge energy applications. You will work closely with Responsible Engineers and cross-functional teams to mature designs from concept through production. The ideal candidate will bring strong mechanical design fundamentals, thermal engineering knowledge, and hands-on hardware development experience to deliver reliable, high-performance heat exchangers and associated piping systems for next-generation energy applications.
Roles & Responsibilities
Perform mechanical design, modeling, and analysis of heat exchanger systems, ensuring thermal performance, structural integrity, and compatibility with system interfaces.
Design and analyze heat exchanger inlet/outlet piping, manifolds, and associated mechanical interfaces, ensuring compatibility with system performance and installation requirements.
Evaluate thermal stresses, differential thermal expansion, pressure loads, piping flexibility, and mechanical loads transmitted between heat exchangers, piping, and supporting structures.
Support development of manufacturing methods, including material selection, fabrication processes, joining techniques, and assembly of heat exchanger and piping components.
Design and support development of test articles, test stands, and procedures to validate thermal performance, structural integrity, and operational life.
Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to translate system requirements into manufacturable and reliable hardware products.
Support the design and integration of piping connections, flanges, weld joints, supports, and other fluid-system components, considering manufacturability, assembly, inspection, and maintenance.
Define operating limits and performance envelopes for heat exchanger systems.
Investigate hardware failures, identify root causes, and rapidly implement design improvements to enhance performance and reliability.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related physics-based field.
2+ years of experience in mechanical or thermal engineering, preferably involving heat exchangers, pressure-containing equipment, or high-temperature systems.
Demonstrated experience with mechanical CAD design and engineering analysis tools (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, ANSYS, COMSOL).
Understanding of heat transfer fundamentals, fluid mechanics, thermal stresses, and structural mechanics.
Understanding of piping and pressure-containing component design, including pressure loads, thermal expansion, and mechanical interfaces.
Knowledge of materials science as it applies to material selection, thermal properties, and structural performance.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or Thermal Sciences.
Demonstrated experience in heat exchanger design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing.
Experience with high-temperature (500°C+) systems, including thermal expansion, creep, fatigue, and material compatibility considerations.
Experience with thermal and structural finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
Experience designing high-temperature piping systems, manifolds, and associated mechanical components.
Experience evaluating piping flexibility, thermal stresses, and loads at equipment connections using analytical or simulation tools.
Familiarity with heat exchanger and piping fabrication methods, including welding, brazing, and other joining processes.
Experience designing pressure-containing components and familiarity with applicable ASME codes and standards (e.g., ASME BPVC Section VIII, ASME B31.1, or B31.3).
Experience developing and executing hardware validation tests, including pressure, thermal cycling, and performance testing.
Understanding of nuclear safety standards, quality requirements, and regulatory considerations.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, materials, quality, and testing teams.
Additional Requirements:
Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones.
Location:
We are located in Torrance, CA in a 322,000 square foot, brand new facility featuring large open spaces for team collaboration, R&D, and production, as well as easy access
