Thermal Engineer

Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p>Thermal Engineer Front-End I/O Active Thermal SolutionsPosition Overview<p>We are seeking a highly motivated Thermal Engineer to join our Front-End I/O Active Thermal Solutions team. This role is responsible for developing and optimizing active thermal management solutions for high-speed interconnect systems. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with customers to define boundary conditions, perform thermal simulations, validate designs through lab testing, and deliver optimized, production-ready thermal solutions that meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.</p>Key Responsibilities<ul><li><strong>Customer Collaboration</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Engage directly with customers to gather thermal boundary conditions, system-level constraints, and performance requirements.</li><li>Translate customer needs into actionable simulation and test plans.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Thermal Simulation and Analysis</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Develop and execute thermal models using CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Icepak, FloTHERM, or equivalent).</li><li>Analyze airflow, temperature distribution, and heat dissipation for active thermal solutions in high-density front-end I/O environments.</li><li>Perform sensitivity and optimization studies to ensure thermal performance meets design goals.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Experimental Validation</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Work with lab teams to plan and conduct thermal testing and validation.</li><li>Correlate experimental data with simulation results to refine and validate models.</li><li>Identify and troubleshoot thermal design issues through root-cause analysis and iterative testing.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Optimization and Reporting</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Optimize designs based on simulation and test results to balance performance, cost, and manufacturability.</li><li>Prepare detailed technical reports summarizing analysis, findings, and recommendations.</li><li>Present results and optimized solutions to customers and cross-functional teams.</li></ul>Qualifications<p><strong>**Education & Experience: **</strong></p><p> Bachelor&#39;s or Master&#39;s degree in Mechanical Engineering /Thermal Engineering, or a related field.</p><p> 3+ years of experience in thermal design or analysis for electronic systems or interconnect hardware preferred.</p><p><br /><strong>**Technical Skills: **</strong></p><p> Proficiency with CFD tools (ANSYS Icepak, FloTHERM, or equivalent).</p><p> Experience with thermal instrumentation and data acquisition (thermocouples, IR cameras, etc.).</p><p> Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).</p><p> Strong understanding of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and electronic packaging.</p><p> Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.</p><p> Strong communication and presentation abilities for customer interaction and reporting.</p><p> Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.</p>Preferred Qualifications<p> Experience developing thermal solutions for high-speed connectors, modules, or front-panel I/O systems.</p><p> Background in active cooling technologies (fans, blowers, heat pipes, vapor chambers, etc.).</p><p> Understanding of electrical and mechanical design trade-offs in system integration.</p><p> Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) or statistical optimization methods.</p><strong>Why Work for Us?</strong><ul><li><strong>Benefits Coverage:</strong>Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and travel insurance.</li><li><strong>Health Care Spending Account:</strong>Additional financial support for health-related expenses.</li><li><strong>Pension Plan:</strong>Company-supported pension scheme.</li><li><strong>Incentive Plans:</strong>Progressive employee incentive plans.</li><li><strong>Talent Development:</strong>Opportunities for professional growth and development.</li><li><strong>Company Recreation Club:</strong>Participate in fun activities, draws with exciting prizes, summer BBQs, holiday parties, and more!</li></ul><p>Amphenol Canada is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, you should advise Amphenol, in a timely fashion, of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.</p><p></p><p>#LI-PG2</p></p></p>