Sr. Thermal Design Engineer

Voltanova Energy Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-beating salary

Employee Stock Options (ESOPs)

Performance Bonus

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company in Bengaluru is seeking a Sr. Thermal Design Engineer to develop ultra-high-temperature thermal energy storage systems. The role requires 7–12 years of experience and a strong background in thermodynamics and heat transfer. You will collaborate with teams to create innovative and efficient energy solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Competitive salary and performance bonus offered in a mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of experience in thermal engineering.
• Strong knowledge in designing efficient mechanisms for heat flow.
• Hands-on experience with thermal simulation tools.
• Hands-on with thermal simulation software and modeling tools.
• Experience designing heat flow and energy retention mechanisms.
• Familiar with high-temperature materials and extreme conditions.
• Collaborates with R&D, manufacturing, and external partners.
• Ensures compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of thermal energy storage systems.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for scalable solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Integrate heating methods for efficient energy transfer.
• Prototype and validate designs with R&D and manufacturing teams.
• Conduct parametric studies and benchmark against existing solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Heat Transfer

Materials Science

Thermal Simulation Software

Design of Thermal Energy Storage Systems

Resistive/Inductive heating

Team collaboration

Modeling & optimization

Education

PhD / M.Tech / B.Tech in Thermal Engineering

Tools

COMSOL

ANSYS

Job description

We are looking for aSr. Thermal Design Engineer who thrives in challenging environments and can lead the development of ultra-high-temperature Thermal Energy Storage (TES) systems—powering the next generation of clean energy solutions.

Experience: 7–12 years
Qualification: PhD / M.Tech / B.Tech in Thermal Engineering or equivalent

• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and materials science, particularly in high-temperature environments.
• Proven experience in designing efficient mechanisms for heat flow and retention.
• Hands-on experience with thermal simulation software and modeling tools (e.g., COMSOL, ANSYS, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with heating methods such as resistive heating, inductive heating, or other industrial heat sources.
• Experience working with high-temperature materials and understanding their performance under extreme conditions.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and external partners.
• Design and develop thermal energy storage systems, with a focus on high-temperature applications.
• Work with the engineering team to create scalable, cost-effective thermal storage solutions.
• Develop thermal models and simulations to optimize heat retention, energy conversion, and system efficiency.
• Design and integrate heating mechanisms (resistive heating, inductive heating, etc.) for efficient energy transfer with minimal losses.
• Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams to prototype and validate designs.
• Conduct parametric studies and benchmark performance against existing solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.

What you’ll get:

• Industry-beating salary (top 1%)
• Employee Stock Options (ESOPs) → real ownership in a$100B global market
• Performance Bonus
• A mission-driven, flat, fast-moving culture where every voice matters

About Us:

At Voltanova, we are building the world’s lowest-cost, long-duration thermal energy storage system—engineered to deliver heat and power at up to 2000°Cand enable24/7 decarbonization of heavy industry. For centuries, industries have depended on fossil fuels. We’re changing that by providing round-the-clock green energy at a cost lower than fossil fuels, making the shift to renewables not only sustainable but also highly profitable. Our mission is to eliminate gigatons of industrial emissionsthrough breakthrough storage technology that delivers high-temperature heat and power, helping industries transition seamlessly to a carbon-free future.

Voltanova Energy Private Limited,
2nd Floor, Entrepreneurship Center,
Indian Institute of Science,
CV Raman Road, Bangalore – 560012