Thermal Design Engineer

Tata Technologies Ltd.; Warwick; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies Ltd. is recruiting for a Senior Design Engineer – Thermal Systems to lead the design and development of automotive cooling system components from concept to production release.

The role requires ownership of components, robust packaging, and timely delivery within the product development lifecycle. The successful candidate will have strong CATIA V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE experience, GD&T knowledge, and a proven ability to work with suppliers and manufacturing teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong experience in automotive design engineering within multi-disciplinary OEM or Tier 1 environment.
• CATIA V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE experience.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and engineering drawing principles.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers and manufacturing teams.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automotive cooling system components and assemblies.
• Translate system-level thermal and packaging requirements into robust designs.
• Own assigned components across design, packaging, interfaces and tolerance strategies.
• Create and maintain high-quality 3D CAD models and drawings in CATIA V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE.
• Ensure designs meet standards, specifications and programme requirements.
• Support design reviews and technical gateways.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Supplier & manufacturing collaboration

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, &

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related discipline

Tools

CATIA V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE

Job description

At Tata Technologies, we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering, and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers. Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a Thermal Design Engineer role.

THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Senior Design Engineer – Thermal Systems to support the design and development of automotive thermal system components from concept through to production release. The role will be responsible for delivering robust, manufacturable and cost-effective designs, working closely with Thermal Systems, CAE, Manufacturing, Suppliers, Programme, Quality and other engineering functions. The successful candidate will be expected to take ownership of their assigned components, ensuring that design, packaging, interfaces, manufacturability, timing and technical requirements are managed throughout the product development lifecycle. A strong understanding of automotive development processes and component lead times is essential, with the ability to identify timing risks early and plan design activities accordingly.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITIES

System Design

• Design and develop automotive cooling system components and assemblies
• Develop concepts from initial requirements through to detailed design and production release
• Translate system-level thermal and packaging requirements into robust component designs
• Consider:

• Packaging and installation constraints | Working knowledge
• Thermal performance | Working knowledge
• Structural integrity | Strong working knowledge
• Vibration and durability | Strong working knowledge
• Serviceability | Strong working knowledge
• Manufacturing feasibility | Strong working knowledge
• Cost and weight | Working knowledge
• Component and vehicle interfaces | Strong working knowledge

• Component and vehicle interfaces | Strong working knowledge
• Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, specifications and programme requirements
• Support design reviews and technical gateways
• Create and maintain high-quality 3D CAD models and assemblies using CATIA V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX)
• Produce and maintain engineering drawings, specifications and associated design documentation
• Manage design data in accordance with company and programme configuration-management processes
• Apply appropriate GD&T, datum strategies and tolerance principles
• Ensure CAD models are correctly structured and suitable for downstream engineering, manufacturing and supplier activities

Experience with relevant components such as the following is desirable:

• Pipes and hoses
• Expansion tanks
• Cooling modules
• Fans and fan shrouds
• HVAC e-Compressor
• Brackets, supports and associated hardware

Design for Manufacture

• Work closely with manufacturing engineers and suppliers to ensure designs are feasible within the intended manufacturing process
• Identify manufacturing constraints early in the design process
• Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles
• Understand the implications of manufacturing processes such as Injection moulding, Aluminium casting, Machining, Welding/brazing etc..

Automotive Lead-Time Awareness

The Senior Design Engineer is expected to understand the relationship between design maturity, supplier lead time, tooling and programme timing They should proactively highlight situations where design maturity, drawing release or engineering changes could impact supplier tooling, prototype delivery, vehicle builds or production timing.

They should proactively highlight situations where design maturity, drawing release or engineering changes could impact supplier tooling, prototype delivery, vehicle builds or production timing.

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related discipline
• Significant experience in automotive design engineering, in a multi-disciplinary OEM or Tier 1 environment
• Strong experience with CATIA V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX)
• Good understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing principle
• Experience working with suppliers and manufacturing teams
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

f you are passionate about innovation and want to join a global engineering company, this is the place for you.

Tata Technologies: Engineering a better world.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed against the role criteria. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days, your application has not been successful; however, your details may be retained for future opportunities.