Mechanical Engineer II - Thermal & Cooling Systems Analysis

Cintal, Inc.; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays per year

2 weeks of paid time off per year

Medical insurance (including dental &

Life & disability insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation reimbursement

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze, and optimize thermal and cooling systems for engine and electrification applications.

You will run CFD simulations with ANSYS Fluent and GT-SUITE, evaluate performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate designs. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 2+ years of thermal/CFD experience; familiarity with cooling system design and data analysis is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2+ years in thermal systems/CFD or product development engineering.
• Experience with cooling system design, analysis, and validation preferred.
• Familiarity with ANSYS Fluent and GT-SUITE.

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 analyses

Data analysis

Mechanical design

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

GT-SUITE

Job description

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.li>
• 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 expression (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.