Senior Mechanical Engineer - Thermal Management

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Fully remote

Health benefits

Development budget

Cutting-edge projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in thermal management, operating remotely. You will design, analyze, and validate thermal solutions to ensure optimal temperatures and performance across products.

The role demands deep thermodynamics knowledge, 7+ years in thermal design, and proficiency with CFD tools. You will drive thermal concepts from idea to implementation in a remote, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on thermal sciences.
• At least 7 years of experience in thermal engineering and heat transfer design.
• Strong proficiency with CFD tools and thermal analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative thermal management solutions, including heat sinks, cooling systems, and thermal interfaces.
• Perform detailed thermal analysis and simulations using CFD tools to predict thermal performance.
• Create detailed thermal models, specifications, and test plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate thermal solutions effectively.
• Conduct thermal testing and validation, analyze results, and propose design improvements.
• Stay abreast of emerging thermal management technologies and best practices.

Skills

CFD analysis

Thermal engineering

Heat transfer

Problem solving

Remote teamwork

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal)

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

STAR-CCM+

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Mechanical Engineer with specialized expertise in thermal management to join their innovative team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from home. You will be responsible for the design, analysis, and validation of thermal solutions for a range of products, ensuring optimal operating temperatures and performance. This role is ideal for an engineer with a deep understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer principles, who thrives in a remote environment and is adept at driving thermal solutions from concept to implementation, contributing to a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative thermal management solutions, including heat sinks, cooling systems, and thermal interfaces.
• Perform detailed thermal analysis and simulations using CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+) to predict thermal performance.
• Create detailed thermal models, specifications, and test plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware and product engineers, to integrate thermal solutions effectively.
• Conduct thermal testing and validation, analyze results, and propose design improvements.
• Stay abreast of emerging thermal management technologies and best practices.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in thermal sciences.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in thermal engineering and heat transfer design.
• Proficiency in thermal analysis software (CFD and conduction solvers).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer mechanisms.
• Experience with materials characterization for thermal properties.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus potential.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous budget for professional development and conference attendance.
• Opportunity to work on state-of-the- ...