Thermal Test Engineer
Posted 1 day ago by 1766226052
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The Thermal Test Engineer is tasked with designing, conducting, and analyzing thermal tests to ensure the safe and reliable operation of products and systems within specified temperature limits. This role is prevalent in industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, energy, and consumer devices. The engineer will collaborate with various teams and ensure compliance with industry standards. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, set up, and execute thermal tests (temperature cycling, thermal shock, steady-state testing)
- Evaluate heat transfer, cooling performance, and thermal reliability of components and systems
- Develop test procedures, test plans, and validation protocols
- Operate thermal chambers, environmental test equipment, and data acquisition systems
- Analyze test data and compare results to design requirements and specifications
- Identify thermal risks and recommend design improvements
- Collaborate with design, mechanical, electrical, and reliability engineers
- Document test results, write reports, and present findings to stakeholders
- Ensure testing complies with industry standards and safety regulations
Key Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- Strong understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
- Experience with thermal testing equipment (environmental chambers, thermocouples, IR cameras)
- Ability to analyze and interpret test data
- Familiarity with test documentation and reporting
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Thermal Test Engineer Job Description
Overview
A Thermal Test Engineer is responsible for designing, conducting, and analyzing thermal tests to ensure products and systems operate safely and reliably within required temperature limits. This role is common in industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, energy, and consumer devices.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, set up, and execute thermal tests (temperature cycling, thermal shock, steady-state testing)
Evaluate heat transfer, cooling performance, and thermal reliability of components and systems
Develop test procedures, test plans, and validation protocols
Operate thermal chambers, environmental test equipment, and data acquisition systems
Analyze test data and compare results to design requirements and specifications
Identify thermal risks and recommend design improvements
Collaborate with design, mechanical, electrical, and reliability engineers
Document test results, write reports, and present findings to stakeholders
Ensure testing complies with industry standards and safety regulations
Required Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
Strong understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
Experience with thermal testing equipment (environmental chambers, thermocouples, IR cameras)
Ability to analyze and interpret test data
Familiarity with test documentation and reporting
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Preferred Skills (Depending on Role Level)
Experience with thermal simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, FloTHERM, COMSOL)
Knowledge of industry standards (MIL-STD, IEC, JEDEC, ISO)
Programming or scripting skills for data analysis (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
Experience with electronics cooling or high-power systems