Staff Thermal Design Engineer Optoelectronic Cooling Leader

NOKIA; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia invites a Staff Thermal Design Engineer to advance optoelectronic component designs by developing innovative thermal solutions. You will prototype and validate concepts through experimentation, collaborate with cross-functional teams across locations, and ensure seamless integration of thermal systems into products.

You will perform FEA/CFD analyses, create production-ready CAD models, work with vendors on specifications, and aim for cost, yield, and cycle-time targets while supporting new

Qualifications

• MS or PhD (preferred) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Expertise in FEA and CFD with ANSYS and FloTherm.
• Solid experience with Pro/Engineer, Creo, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative thermal cooling solutions for optoelectronic components using conduction, convection, and phase-change heat transfer.
• Conduct thermal, thermo-mechanical, and mechanical FEA analyses to model and validate designs.
• Lead experimental validation of thermal solutions to ensure performance meets specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop assembly procedures and optimize product designs.
• Perform Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) on proposed thermal designs to mitigate risks.
• Create detailed production-level CAD models and drawings for manufacturing readiness.
• Work closely with vendors to finalize specifications and manage procurement of thermal components.
• Engage with manufacturing and operations to ensure new platforms meet cost, yield, and cycle time targets.

Skills

FEA

CFD

ANSYS

FloTherm

CAD tools

Communication skills

Education

MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Pro/Engineer

Creo

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Nokia invites a Staff Thermal Design Engineer to advance optoelectronic component designs by developing innovative thermal solutions. You will prototype and validate concepts through experimentation, collaborate with cross-functional teams across locations, and ensure seamless integration of thermal systems into products.

You will perform FEA/CFD analyses, create production-ready CAD models, work with vendors on specifications, and aim for cost, yield, and cycle-time targets while supporting new