Thermal Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead development of HV compressor, HV heater and valves for refrigerant & coolant
• Define functional and performance requirements, DV/PV, and supplier strategy
• Interface with powertrain, power electronics, and vehicle integration teams for component packaging
• Benchmark competitive thermal components to define engineering specifications
• Create proof of concept demonstrations for integrated thermal management systems
• Work with suppliers on design evaluation and validation
• Coordinate and conduct hardware testing in the lab to verify functionality and reliability
• Manage simulation results and alignment with CAD
• Provide input for component specification and DFMEA
• Responsible for EMC/EMI performance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited University
• 5-10 years of experience in thermal management systems for HEV, PHEV, and EV
• Working knowledge of refrigerant, coolant, airflow, and high voltage components
• Hands-on experience with refrigerant components, sensors, valves, and fluid transport design
• Experience with automotive systems design, packaging, and assembly requirements
• In-plant and/or program/vehicle launch experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering specializing in refrigerant cycle, thermal dynamics, fluid mechanics, or power electronics
• Experience in heat pipe application