Battery Thermal Components Design and Release Engineer

Segula Technologies; Windsor; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering group is seeking a Battery Thermal Components Design and Release Engineer to oversee the design and release of essential components for electric vehicles. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years of experience in thermal systems design, and proficiency in CAD tools. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and project management skills. This role is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and Canadian citizenship is required for eligibility to the TN Visa.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in thermal systems or component design, preferably in automotive.
• Strong understanding of thermal management principles and battery system integration.
• Experience with component validation, testing, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and release of battery thermal components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on thermal systems.
• Develop component specifications and ensure compliance.

Skills

Thermal systems knowledge

CAD tools proficiency (e.g., CATIA, NX)

Project management skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

PLM systems

Job description

Company Description

Segula Technologies is a global engineering group serving all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace and defense, energy, life sciences, naval, and rail.

With a presence in more than 30 countries and 140 offices worldwide, the group maintains close relationships with its clients thanks to the expertise of its 15,000 talented employees. As a leading engineering specialist that places innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies carries out large-scale projects, ranging from studies to industrialization and production.

Position based in Auburn Hills, Michigan (U.S.) / Eligibility to TN Visa required; must be a Canadian citizen (mandatory)

Job Description

The Battery Thermal Components Design and Release Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end design, development, validation, and release of battery thermal components including cooling plates, cooling pipes, connectors, and seals used in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). This role ensures that battery thermal components meet performance, durability, cost, and manufacturability targets while aligning with vehicle program timelines and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the design and release of battery thermal components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including battery systems, thermal systems, packaging, manufacturing, purchasing, and suppliers.
• Develop component and system-level specifications and ensure compliance with pack-level thermal performance requirements.
• Manage the Bill of Materials (BOM), engineering changes (CNs), and release documentation.
• Support thermal simulations, DFMEA, DVPR, and validation testing activities.
• Interface with suppliers to ensure component quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.
• Participate in design reviews, root cause analysis, and issue resolution throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal engineering best practices.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in thermal systems or component design, preferably in the automotive or electrification domain.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, NX) and PLM systems.
• Strong understanding of thermal management principles and battery system integration.
• Experience with component validation, testing, and supplier management.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience with electric vehicle battery systems and thermal modeling tools.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for EV thermal systems (e.g., SAE, ISO standards).
• Knowledge of GD&T, DFMEA, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Additional Information

• Position based in Auburn Hills, Michigan (U.S.)
• Eligibility to TN Visa required; must be a Canadian citizen (mandatory)