Thermal Engineer – CFD & Heat Exchanger Design

David Aplin Recruiting; Quebec; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin has partnered with a leading developer and manufacturer to recruit a Thermal Technologist for its Technology and Product Development team in Dorval, Canada.

This permanent, full-time role suits an early-career mechanical engineer with thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and heat transfer fundamentals. You will analyze thermal-system performance, model components, and support prototype testing in a cutting-edge HVAC environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering; a master’s degree is considered an asset.
• 1–3 years of thermal engineering or related product-development experience.
• Strong practical understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and heat-transfer principles.
• Knowledge of Python, MATLAB or C++.

Responsibilities

• Analyze heat exchanger technologies (shell-and-tube, flooded, falling-film, direct-expansion, brazed-plate, fin-and-tube, microchannel).
• Perform thermal and fluid-flow analyses to optimize system performance.
• Develop analytical and numerical models for major components used in existing and new products.
• Use engineering simulation tools to evaluate fluid flow, heat transfer, and thermal performance.
• Support product development teams in resolving system-level heat-transfer issues.
• Plan, conduct and analyze prototype and system-performance testing.
• Interpret test data and recommend design improvements.
• Assist with component selection and collaborate with suppliers on new concepts.
• Prepare clear technical documentation, reports and recommendations.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting timelines and quality expectations.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Heat transfer

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Master’s degree asset

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C++

Job description

Aplin has partnered with a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced thermal-management technology to recruit a Thermal Technologist for its Technology and Product Development team in Dorval.

This permanent, full-time position is well suited to an early-career mechanical engineering professional with a strong foundation in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and heat transfer. You will contribute to the analysis, modelling and testing of heat exchangers and thermal systems used in existing and next-generation products.

The Opportunity

Working alongside product development and engineering professionals, you will analyze thermal-system performance, develop component models, support prototype testing and help resolve complex heat-transfer and fluid-flow challenges.

This is an opportunity to apply your technical knowledge in a practical research and product-development environment while gaining exposure to advanced heat exchanger and HVAC technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze heat exchanger technologies, including shell-and-tube, flooded, falling-film, direct-expansion, brazed-plate, fin-and-tube and microchannel configurations.


• Perform thermal and fluid-flow analyses to optimize system performance and heat exchanger efficiency.


• Develop analytical and numerical models for major components used in existing and new products.


• Use engineering simulation tools to evaluate fluid flow, heat transfer, thermal performance and component behaviour.


• Support product development and engineering teams in resolving system-level and heat exchanger performance issues.


• Plan, conduct and analyze prototype and system-performance testing.


• Interpret test data and recommend improvements to system and component designs.


• Assist with component selection and collaborate with suppliers to develop and evaluate new concepts.


• Prepare clear technical documentation, reports and recommendations.


• Manage multiple assignments while meeting project timelines and quality expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline; a master’s degree is considered an asset.


• One to three years of thermal engineering or related product-development experience.


• Strong practical understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and heat-transfer principles.


• Knowledge of at least one programming language, such as Python, MATLAB or C++.


• Familiarity with computational fluid dynamics or finite element analysis tools, preferably ANSYS.


• Experience with heat exchangers, chillers, refrigeration or HVAC systems is considered an asset.


• Experience with prototype testing and engineering data analysis is an asset.


• Familiarity with standard chiller-performance testing procedures is an asset.


• Exposure to CAD software is an asset.

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Careful attention to technical detail and data accuracy.


• Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities.


• Able to work effectively with limited supervision.


• Collaborative approach to working with engineering, product-development and supplier teams.


• Clear technical writing and communication skills.

If you are an early-career engineering professional interested in thermal-system analysis, product development and advanced heat-transfer technology, we welcome your application.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.