Senior Staff Engineer - CFD/Thermal

Bloom Energy; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 151,700 - 218,300; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Energy is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer - CFD/Thermal to join our team in San Jose, CA. The ideal candidate will conduct CFD/Thermal studies for Energy server enclosures and provide guidance on thermal management from concept to production.

Applicants should possess an MS or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with over 5 years of experience in CFD applications. Proficiency in tools like ANSYS Icepak is preferred, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience using CFD for thermal management in electronics or data-center cooling.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on time.
• Capability to use first-principles for quick calculations and CFD models.

Responsibilities

• Conduct CFD/Thermal studies for Energy server enclosures and site installations.
• Provide regular guidance on enclosure thermal management for product development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for feasibility studies.

Skills

Deep understanding of fluid mechanics

Heat transfer knowledge

5+ years of experience with CFD

Proficient in CFD tools: ANSYS Icepak

Excellent communication skills

Self-starter

Education

MS or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Icepak

Fluent

Flotherm

Job description

Senior Staff Engineer - CFD/Thermal

Location: Onsite, San Jose, CA.

Role and Responsibilities

• Conduct CFD/Thermal studies for Energy server enclosures and site installations.
• Provide regular guidance on enclosure thermal management for product development, from concept to production.
• Work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely inputs with accurate predictions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for feasibility studies.
• Report and present results and recommendations across diverse groups.

Skills and Experience

• MS or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Deep understanding of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and CFD fundamentals.
• 5+ years of industry experience using CFD for thermal management in electronics or data-center cooling.
• Highly skilled in CFD tools: ANSYS Icepak (preferred), Fluent, or Flotherm.
• Capability to use first-principles for quick calculations and CFD models.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on time.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter and quick learner.

Salary: $151,700.00 - $218,300.00.

Bloom Energy is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made on merit. All qualified applicants receive consideration regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.