Sr. Staff Thermal Engineer

📋 Description

• Perform thermal simulations to influence package and system design.
• Propose novel thermal solutions by investigating relevant technologies.
• Develop and validate thermal models for packaging (heat transfer, airflow).
• Collaborate with design engineers to optimize thermal management using CFD.
• Drive characterization and validation through lab prototyping or vendor experiments.
• Summarize findings for key stakeholders across Lightmatter, suppliers, and customers.

🎯 Requirements

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in package or system thermal analysis.
• Deep knowledge of thermal conduction and convective heat transfer concepts.
• Experience deploying advanced thermal management technologies (TECs, heat pipes, TIMs).
• Experience with steady-state/transient thermal analysis in ANSYS Icepak/Fluent or Flotherm.
• Experience setting up and interpreting CFD simulations for complex geometries and boundary conditions.

🎁 Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Savings Matching Program.
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).
• Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays).
• Paid Family Leave.
• Flexible, hybrid workplace model.