Mechanical Engineer II - Thermal & Cooling Systems Analysis

Cintal, Inc.; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO - 2 weeks prorated

Medical insurance (including dental/视觉

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Relocation assistance

Annual bonus

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. seeks a Mechanical Engineer II to design, analyze, and optimize thermal and cooling systems for engine and electrification projects.

Responsibilities include CFD simulations with ANSYS Fluent and GT-SUITE, evaluating cooling performance, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to validate designs and drive improvements.

Requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 2+ years in thermal systems or CFD with strong analytical and documentation skills; visa sponsorship offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 2+ years in thermal systems, CFD, or product development engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform thermal and CFD analyses.
• Develop and optimize cooling system designs.
• Analyze simulation and test data.
• Support product development and validation activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports.
• Troubleshoot and improve thermal system performance.

Skills

CFD analysis

Thermal simulations

Data analysis

Mechanical design

Product development

Technical documentation

Cooling system design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

GT-SUITE

Job description

Mechanical Engineer II - Thermal & Cooling Systems Analysis

About this position

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• Design, develop, and analyze thermal and cooling systems for engine and electrification applications.
• Perform CFD simulations and thermal analyses using tools such as ANSYS Fluent and GT-SUITE.
• Evaluate cooling system performance and recommend design improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product development and validation activities.
• Support testing, data analysis, and correlation of simulation results with physical testing.
• Develop technical reports, documentation, and engineering recommendations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to thermal management and system efficiency.
• Ensure designs meet performance, quality, cost, and reliability requirements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform thermal and CFD analyses.
• Develop and optimize cooling system designs.
• Analyze simulation and test data.
• Support product development and validation activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports.
• Troubleshoot and improve thermal system performance.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in thermal systems, CFD, or product development engineering.
• Experience with cooling system design, analysis, and validation preferred.
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as ANSYS Fluent and GT-SUITE.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• CFD analysis and thermal simulations.
• ANSYS Fluent and GT-SUITE experience.
• Heat transfer and fluid mechanics knowledge.
• Cooling system design and performance analysis.
• Data analysis and engineering problem-solving.
• Mechanical design and product development.
• Technical documentation and reporting.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Experience with engine or electrification cooling systems.
• Knowledge of thermal management and system integration.
• Familiarity with testing and validation processes.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or data analysis tools.
• Understanding of product development and continuous improvement methodologies.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Pay Range

60,000 - 75,000 USD per year(IL-Mossville)