Thermal Performance Engineer

InDepth Engineering Solutions; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

InDepth Engineering Solutions is looking for a Thermal Performance Engineer in Troy, United States. This role focuses on developing and analyzing vehicle thermal systems, ensuring compliance with performance targets for cabin comfort and overall climate efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Thermal Engineering and experience in automotive thermal systems. Responsibilities include optimizing thermal systems and conducting vehicle-level testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Thermal Engineering.
• Experience in automotive thermal systems, HVAC, or thermal management.
• Knowledge of heat transfer and vehicle thermal performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate vehicle thermal performance requirements.
• Analyze and optimize thermal systems including HVAC and cooling.
• Conduct vehicle-level testing in climatic wind tunnels.
• Monitor and analyze thermal data for performance improvements.
• Collaborate with HVAC, CAE, and vehicle integration teams.
• Prepare engineering reports and technical documentation.

Skills

Automotive thermal systems

HVAC

Thermal management

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

Airflow management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Automotive Engineering

Thermal Engineering

Job description

InDepth Engineering Solutions, LLC | Full time

Thermal Performance Engineer

Troy, United States | Posted on 05/26/2026

We are seeking a Thermal Performance Engineer to support the development, analysis, testing, and validation of vehicle thermal systems. The engineer will be responsible for evaluating thermal performance related to cabin comfort, powertrain cooling, battery thermal management, and overall vehicle climate efficiency to ensure compliance with performance targets and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate vehicle thermal performance requirements and validation plans.
  
• Analyze and optimize thermal systems including HVAC, cooling, heating, and airflow management.
  
• Support thermal testing activities for vehicle cabin comfort, powertrain, and battery systems.
  
• Conduct vehicle-level testing in climatic wind tunnels, environmental chambers, and road test environments.
  
• Monitor and analyze thermal data to identify performance gaps and recommend improvements.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HVAC, CAE, vehicle integration, validation, and calibration teams.
  
• Support issue investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
  
• Prepare engineering reports, test summaries, and technical documentation.
  
• Ensure systems meet automotive standards, durability requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
  
• Participate in prototype development, vehicle launches, and production support activities.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field.
  
• Experience in automotive thermal systems, HVAC, cooling systems, or thermal management.
  
• Knowledge of heat transfer, thermodynamics, airflow management, and vehicle thermal performance principles.