Thermal Engineer (R&D)

LiquidStack; Carrollton (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LiquidStack is scaling its R&D organization to advance liquid cooling and high-performance thermal solutions for data center and computing environments. We are seeking a mid-level Thermal Engineer to take hands-on ownership of the design, analysis, testing, and validation of thermal systems across both current products and next-generation platforms.

This role requires 3–5 years of experience, independence, and a drive to grow into broader system-level responsibilities as the company scales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of thermal engineering experience.
• Experience with CFD or thermal analysis tools.
• Hands-on lab testing and data correlation.
• Clear written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Design thermal solutions for servers and electronics with liquid cooling focus.
• Perform thermal analysis, modeling, and prototyping.
• Run lab tests, collect data, and validate requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and manufacturing teams.
• Document results and present in design reviews.

Skills

Thermal engineering

Problem solving

Hands-on testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS/CFD tools

SolidWorks/AutoCAD

Job description

LiquidStack is scaling its R&D organization to advance liquid cooling and high-performance thermal solutions for data center and computing environments. We are seeking a mid-level Thermal Engineer to take hands‑on ownership of the design, analysis, testing, and validation of thermal systems across both current products and next-generation platforms.

In this role, you will work end-to-end on thermal challenges — from thermal analysis and modeling to prototyping, lab testing, and data correlation — partnering closely with mechanical, electrical, firmware, manufacturing, and service teams. Your work will directly influence product performance, reliability, and how solutions are deployed in real customer environments.

This position is ideal for an engineer with 3–5 years of experience who is comfortable working independently, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is ready to grow into broader system-level responsibility as LiquidStack scales. As the organization evolves, this role offers increasing scope, visibility, and the opportunity to help shape how thermal engineering is executed across the company.

Engineers who succeed at LiquidStack are Flexible and Agile in adapting to change, Driven to own outcomes, Collaborative across disciplines, and Customer‑Centric and Attentive in using data, testing, and clear communication to solve complex thermal problems.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. LiquidStack does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for any position, now or in the future

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Thermal Design & Analysis

• Design and develop thermal solutions for servers, electronics, and data center cooling systems, with a strong emphasis on liquid cooling technologies
• Define thermal architectures that balance performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost
• Perform airflow, heat transfer, pressure drop, and temperature calculations to support design decisions

Modeling & Simulation

• Develop and execute thermal test plans using lab equipment, sensors, and data acquisition systems
• Analyze test data to validate performance against requirements and customer use cases
• Support design iterations based on test findings and operational feedback

Prototyping & Testing

• Support the setup and execution of thermal tests using lab equipment, sensors, and data acquisition systems
• Assist with building prototypes and executing test plans to validate thermal designs
• Collect, organize, and analyze test data to evaluate performance against requirements
• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and operations teams to integrate thermal solutions into products.
• Support integration of thermal solutions into production hardware and field deployments
• Interface with vendors and suppliers for component selection and validation

Documentation & Communication

• Produce clear technical documentation, test reports, and design summaries
• Present findings and recommendations in design reviews and cross‑functional forums

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in thermal engineering, HVAC, electronics cooling, or related engineering roles (including internships or co‑op experience)
• Foundational knowledge of:
• Heat transfer and thermodynamics
• Fluid mechanics and airflow principles
• Thermal cycles (e.g., sensible cooling, evaporative effects
• Proficiency with CFD or thermal analysis tools (e.g., ANSYS, Icepak, Fluent, FloTHERM, or similar)
• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD
• Hands‑on experience with lab testing, sensors, or data acquisition systems
• Strong problem‑solving mindset and willingness to learn through hands‑on experimentation
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to data center cooling, electronics thermal management, or liquid cooling technologies
• Familiarity with ASHRAE guidelines related to data centers or thermal systems
• Python, MATLAB, or similar tools for data analysis
• Internship, co‑op, or early‑career experience in an R&D or product development environment