Remote Senior Mechanical Engineer - Thermal Management

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Performance incentives

Health insurance

Flexible hours

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a remote Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in thermal management to join a global product development team. You will design, analyze, and optimize thermal solutions for complex electronic and mechanical systems, leveraging heat transfer, CFD, and material science to ensure reliability.

The role requires 8+ years in mechanical engineering, with 5+ focused on thermal management, and expertise in ANSYS Fluent and COMSOL Multiphysics.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in mechanical engineering with 5+ years in thermal management.
• Proficiency in CFD software ANSYS Fluent and COMSOL Multiphysics.
• Strong understanding of heat transfer, fluids, and materials.

Aufgaben

• Lead the design and development of advanced thermal management solutions for electronic and mechanical systems.
• Perform detailed CFD simulations and thermal analysis to predict and optimize system cooling performance.
• Specify and select thermal components such as heat sinks, fans, and heat pipes.
• Collaborate with remote cross-functional teams to integrate thermal solutions into product designs.
• Develop test plans for thermal performance validation and analyze test results.
• Document design specifications, analysis reports, and thermal design guidelines.

Kenntnisse

Independent worker

Communication

Project management

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

COMSOL Multiphysics

Heat transfer modeling

Jobbeschreibung

Our client is seeking an accomplished Remote Senior Mechanical Engineer with expertise in thermal management to join their global product development team. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute to cutting-edge projects from your home office. You will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing thermal solutions for complex electronic systems and mechanical products. The role requires a deep understanding of heat transfer principles, CFD analysis, and material science. You will collaborate closely with hardware engineers, product managers, and other engineering disciplines to ensure optimal thermal performance and product reliability. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced engineer seeking a challenging remote role in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of advanced thermal management solutions for electronic and mechanical systems.
• Perform detailed CFD simulations and thermal analysis to predict and optimize system cooling performance.
• Specify and select thermal components such as heat sinks, fans, and heat pipes.
• Collaborate with remote cross-functional teams to integrate thermal solutions into product designs.
• Develop test plans for thermal performance validation and analyze test results.
• Document design specifications, analysis reports, and thermal design guidelines.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with a focus on thermodynamics or heat transfer.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 5 years focused on thermal management.
• Expertise in CFD software (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics) and thermal modeling tools.
• Strong understanding of heat transfer principles, fluid dynamics, and material properties.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage complex thermal design projects remotely.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for a distributed team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible working hours and a truly remote work arrangement.
• Generous allowance for professional development, training, and conferences.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects with a global impact.
• Supportive virtual team culture focused on collaboration and technical excellence.