About the position
The Senior Thermal Engineer at ZT Systems is a pivotal role focused on the development of key thermal components and systems from the initial concept phase through to the engineering release of new products. This position emphasizes the execution of thermal tests on server systems utilizing advanced data acquisition equipment, thermal stress test software, and external power control equipment. The engineer will be responsible for troubleshooting thermal and airflow issues in both new and existing product lines, leveraging empirical data and commercial Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software to inform their analyses. In addition to testing and troubleshooting, the Senior Thermal Engineer will actively engage in the design and development of thermal components using 3D CAD software and advanced engineering analysis techniques. This role also includes providing regular quality assurance and on-site support to the manufacturing engineering group at ZT Systems, as well as offering technical support to customers. The engineer will collaborate closely with the engineering team to optimize the thermal performance of servers, ensuring that airflow speed, volume, and flow paths meet both customer and component requirements. The position requires full-cycle program and project management of key thermal components, from engineering design to new product release, necessitating collaboration with both internal and external teams. A commitment to continuous improvement is essential to maintain the highest quality standards. The Senior Thermal Engineer will also interface with the firmware team to implement fan speed control algorithms and support custom engineering projects that require hands-on abilities to interconnect complex server systems. Additionally, the engineer will produce thermal reports based on experimental data and testing/modeling experiences, manage the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process, and provide validation for design modifications. The role demands the ability to analyze and solve technical problems in a fast-paced environment and produce comprehensive engineering documents, including design drawings and installation manuals. Furthermore, the engineer will support the procurement team in identifying and managing heat sink and air mover vendors.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of key thermal components and systems from concept to engineering release.
- Run server system thermal tests using data acquisition equipment and thermal stress test software.
- Troubleshoot thermal and/or airflow issues in new and existing product lines using empirical data and CFD software.
- Optimize the thermal performance of servers using empirical data and bench test methods.
- Manage full-cycle program/project management of key thermal components from engineering design to new product release.
- Interface with the Firmware team to implement fan speed control algorithms.
- Support custom engineering projects that require hands-on ability to interconnect complex server systems.
- Produce thermal reports from experimental data and testing/modeling experience.
- Manage the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process and provide validation for design modifications.
- Analyze and solve technical problems/issues in a fast-paced environment.
- Produce engineering documents that include design drawings and installation manuals.
- Support the procurement team to identify and manage heat sink and air mover vendors.
Requirements
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 2+ years experience or a Master's degree with 0+ experience.
- Experience with testing and/or simulation experience is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
- Commercial CFD Software skills (FloTherm preferred).
- 3D CAD Software skills (SolidWorks preferred).
- Ability to create automated test infrastructure using programs such as LabVIEW and scripted languages like Python.
- Comfortable in doing hands-on testing and working in a lab, fast-paced environment.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with advanced engineering analysis techniques.
- Familiarity with thermal stress test software.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- 401K matching
- Comprehensive health & wellness programs
- Tuition reimbursement
