Our client in Oakland County, MI is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Thermal Systems Engineer to join their dynamic energy storage product development team. As a Thermal Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and developing cutting-edge energy storage solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in thermal system design, familiarity with relevant codes and standards, and expertise in component selection and sizing.
Ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and be excellent at multi-tasking.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Operate as a standalone role and responsible for owning thermal systems (comprising of HVAC, heat exchangers, fluid transfer, and topology) for battery energy storage systems Architect, mature and develop BESS/module thermal systems from initial product scope and concepts through to design & release of prototype level components and systems Down-select thermal solutions generated based on quantifiable product attributes, system cost and weight Derive performance requirements and develop and release engineering design specifications Develop and mature 3D geometry of HVAC housings, ducts, heat exchangers, fluid transfer components, and fluid routing Innovate, develop, and improve engineering development processes continuously Develop alternative concepts and support or perform trade study analyses Track weight, cost, thermal, and power allocations Prepare Statement of Work (SOW), Critical Item Development Specification (CIDS), Interface Control Document (ICD), and Source Selection Plan (SSP) for a Request for Proposal (RFP) to industry suppliers, or for other purposes as required. Manage supplier design development progress, technical action item list, and transfer of engineering communication; interface with suppliers virtually and onsite; evaluate supplier cost quotes Provide technical oversight and direction to suppliers during design development and validation to ensure performance, test, and/or design requirements are being met. Prepare comprehensive technical reports and proposals; prepare for and present at formal Design Reviews Investigate, respond, and implement corrective action to Production, supplier or field issues Support prototype builds, create test plans, execute tests and create test reports to validate designs, mitigate risks and/or troubleshoot problems Develop plans and estimates for future projects (ROMs, BOEs, project plans, informal estimates) in response to customer and contractual requirements. Education and/or Experience BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Minimum of 4 years of relevant thermal engineering experience Broad experience with automotive thermal systems (HVAC, chillers, pumps, fans, heat exchangers, etc.) and prototyping. First-principles knowledge of vehicle attributes as it relates to thermal systems including heat transfer, internal flows, durability, vehicle packaging Experience with NX, Teamcenter and Vis Mockup is a plus Basic management skills, including planning and organization, decision making, problem solving, and project management. Strong communication abilities with a preference for working in teams and mentoring engineers. A detail-oriented personality with solid documentation and reporting skills. Ability to work both independently and in a team.
