CareerPlan

Thermal Systems Integration Engineer, HVAC

Palo Alto, CA, United StatesFull-time2026-10-05 → 2026-11-10

Core

Technical anchor for the Thermal Subsystem (HVAC & Powertrain Thermal) in electric vehicles, bridging mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines to define roadmaps and integrate hardware.

Role type

Senior IC thermal systems integration engineer (automotive)

Builds

Thermal subsystems for electric vehicles

Domain

Automotive / Embedded Systems / Thermal Management

Required skills

Embedded systems engineering, Firmware integration, Systems engineering, Mechatronics fundamentals, Debugging and diagnostics, C/C++ programming, Automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)

Preferred skills

Agile/Scrum methodologies, Vector tools (CANalyzer, CANape), Scripting (Python, MATLAB), Functional safety standards (ISO 26262), Thermal dynamics and HVAC principles

Technologies

C/C++, CAN, LIN, Ethernet, JIRA, Confluence, CANalyzer, CANape, Python, MATLAB

Responsibilities

Define and drive the development roadmap for application logic and component controls, Lead the selection and integration of new hardware, Design and execute pre-merge verification plans, Conduct hands-on validation using bench setups and vehicle assets, Review code and sign off on software releases, Negotiate interfaces with cross-functional teams