Staff Thermal Design Engineer
Core
Develop thermal components and systems for server/rack-level hardware, optimizing airflow and heat transfer from concept to production release.
Role type
Staff Thermal Design Engineer (Hardware/Server)
Builds
Server and storage hardware thermal solutions, including liquid cooling components and airflow optimization.
Domain
Data Center Hardware / Electronics Cooling
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Heat transfer fundamentals, Fluid dynamics, Electronics cooling, CFD simulation, 3D CAD design, Lab testing & instrumentation, Data acquisition, Project management
Preferred skills
Server testing experience, Liquid cooling technology expertise, Automated test infrastructure development
Technologies
Creo, Solidworks, FloTherm, Icepack, LabVIEW, Python
Responsibilities
Create analytical and numerical models using CFD to describe system thermal; Develop and execute test plans to measure thermal performance; Design innovative thermal cooling solutions for server/rack level products; Interface with Firmware team to implement fan speed control algorithms; Optimize airflow speed, volume, and flow paths; Engage with external vendors on design, test, and production; Produce engineering documents including design drawings and thermal reports.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic ownership