Thermal / Mechanical Engineer

Netlist; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in California is looking for a Thermal/Mechanical Engineer to develop innovative thermal solutions for memory and storage products. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in IC Packaging Design and a strong knowledge of mechanical and thermal modeling tools. Responsibilities include running thermal simulations and collaborating with engineering teams. This position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge products for top-tier clients.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of directly related industry experience in IC Packaging Design.
• Knowledge of thermal materials is desirable.
• Drive to innovate and tackle new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Create mechanical and thermal models of electrical and mechanical assemblies.
• Source or design thermal solutions for memory and storage products.
• Run thermal simulations to verify thermal solutions.

Skills

Mechanical drawing tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

Thermal analysis/simulation tools (Flowtherm, Icepak)

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSEE or MSEE in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Netlist is looking for an exceptional Thermal/Mechanical Engineer to develop thermal solutions for memory and storage products for sale to top tier OEMs/ODMs and Hyperscalar customers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities:

• Create mechanical and thermal models of electrical and mechanical assembles either from scratch or from PCB CAD files
• Source or design thermal solutions for memory and storage products.
• Run thermal simulations to verify the thermal solutions meet the specified requirements
• For custom designs, specify all the required materials and create fabrication and assembly drawings as necessary
• Create and implement Design of Experiments (DoEs) to evaluate thermal properties of electrical assemblies
• Feedback concerns and suggestions to electrical team
• Create assembly drawings which specify the assembly process
• Work with manufacturing to ensure that assemblies are created properly

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• BSEE or MSEE (preferred) in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field of study with 8+ years of directly related industry experience in IC Packaging Design.
• Must have knowledge of mechanical drawing tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.)
• Must have knowledge of thermal analysis/simulation tools (Flowtherm, Icepak, etc.))
• Knowledge of thermal materials (IC heat sinks and heat spreaders, thermal greases and epoxies, thermal gap pads, etc.) is desirable.
• Must possess the drive to innovate and tackle new challenges.
• Must possess good communication skills and professionalism in representing his/her work.
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills
• Must have the ability to assume responsibility and be proactive in taking initiative to address issues, set direction and meet commitments
• Knowledge of memory/storage components (DDRx, LPDDRx, NAND) and modules (DIMMs, SSDs, etc.) is very desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OR REQUIREMENTS

• Physical demands for an office position with heavy computer use
• Ability to travel (less than 10%)