Thermal Engineer

EPTA GROUP; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work when possible

Epta Academy training

Flexible working hours

Volunteering opportunities

Technical equipment provided

Job summary

EPTA GROUP in Columbus, GA seeks a Thermal/Mechanical Engineer to lead product development and thermal design for commercial refrigeration systems. You will apply 1D/2D modeling, CFD knowledge, and hands-on testing to deliver robust solutions. The role requires collaboration with vendors, DFMEA troubleshooting, and design for manufacturing.

Proficiency in English is essential; Spanish a plus. The company offers remote work when possible and a supportive Academy for training.

Qualifications

• Thermal/Mechanical Engineering degree with 7+ years (bachelor) or 5+ years (master).
• Competency with thermal/fluid flow design and analysis.
• Knowledge of CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics).
• Hands-on engineering and thermal testing in lab with test engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development and thermal design activities for commercial refrigerator designs.
• Communicate and collaborate with vendors and suppliers.
• Optimize designs using DFA/DFM principles.
• Perform hand calculations and 1D/2D thermal modeling.
• Troubleshoot with DFMEA and root-cause analysis.
• Design heat exchangers and refrigerant piping for refrigerators.
• Optimize air flow and select cooling fans.
• Generate and present design approval reports.
• Draft and publish internal engineering standards and procedures.

Skills

Professional English

Spanish language (plus)

Education

Thermal / Mechanical Engineering degree (bachelor’s with 7+ years or master’s with 5+ years)

Tools

CAD

MS Office

CFD

Job description

EXPERIENCE:

• Thermal / Mechanical Engineering degree (bachelor’s with 7+ years of experience or master’s with 5+ years of experience)
• Competency with thermal/fluid flow design and analysis
• Knowledge of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Hands-on engineering and thermal testing in conjunction with test engineers in lab

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead product development and thermal design activities relevant to design of a commercial refrigerator
• Communicating and collaborating effectively within or outside organization with vendors and suppliers
• Optimization of design using Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Assembly (DFA) principles
• Engineering design using hand calculations and 1D/2D thermal modeling
• Troubleshooting using DFMEA and root cause analysis
• Design of heat exchangers and refrigerant piping in a refrigerator
• Air flow optimization and fan selection
• Generating and presenting reports for design approval
• Drafting and publishing internal engineering standards and procedures

SKILLS:

• MS office
• CAD
• Proficient in English, Spanish is a plus

Why work for Epta

At Epta, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a thoughtful range of perks designed to inspire, support, and celebrate our team every step of the way.

Join Epta in this permanent role, where you'll experience a great blend of new technologies and a modern workplace culture.

We take development opportunities seriously! Take part in a variety of training through our Epta Academy and external training partners.

Epta offers the opportunity for remote work whenever possible, along with providing the necessary technical equipment.

Balance work and personal life perfectly with our flexible working hours.

Give back more than we receive: Join our volunteering activities and help make the world a better place.

Our story

We at the Epta Group are a dynamic and growing international company, delivering cutting-edge commercial refrigeration solutions that impact everyday life—from ensuring fresh food in supermarkets to keeping the perfect chill in your favorite café. Our global network includes manufacturing facilities, sales entities and service organizations —all working together to provide sustainable and innovative solutions. We support customers in their green transition and support them as a fully integrated provider, from the layout of the store to the after-sales support.

With over 8,000 employees, Epta fosters an environment of continuous development. We offer career growth, extensive training, and the opportunity to thrive in a company where every challenge is a chance to create value and inspire our people. Guided by our values, we are committed to professional excellence, sustainability, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, parental status, or social origin. At Epta, your unique perspective is what keeps us innovative and cool.