Lead Thermal Systems Engineer — Industrial Energy Solutions

Executive Recruiting Group; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Recruiting Group is seeking a Thermal Systems Engineer in Gardena, CA to ideate and develop system-level solutions using first‑principles thermal engineering. The role focuses on heat pumps, heat exchangers, air coolers, and related equipment within industrial applications.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, 5+ years in energy/thermal engineering, and strong skills in techno‑economic modeling and design tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in energy/thermal/process engineering.
• Proficiency in techno-economic modeling and system design tools.
• Extensive familiarity with pumps, heat exchangers, air coolers, turbomachinery, and related thermal management systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical SME in thermal systems design and turbomachinery integration.
• Identify and develop innovative thermal management concepts.
• Evaluate and optimize system-level solutions using engineering judgment.
• Utilize proprietary software to assess system performance and feasibility.
• Develop technical specifications, performance analyses, and design documentation.
• Process design documents such as PFDs, sizing, equipment lists, and layouts.
• Cost estimates and project schedules for proposed designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product development and system optimization initiatives.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Project management

Engineering documentation

Stakeholder communication

Industrial thermal systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree or higher in Mechanical/Process/Energy Engineering

Tools

Python

MatLab-SimScape

Job description

Executive Recruiting Group is seeking a Thermal Systems Engineer in Gardena, CA to ideate and develop system-level solutions using first‑principles thermal engineering. The role focuses on heat pumps, heat exchangers, air coolers, and related equipment within industrial applications.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, 5+ years in energy/thermal engineering, and strong skills in techno‑economic modeling and design tools.