Responsibilities Kforce has a client that is seeking a Thermal Engineer in Spring, TX. Summary: This team will develop next generation notebook, mobile workstations computers, docking stations and mobile computing solutions. We are looking for an individual who can act as a team or project leader providing direction to team activities and facilitates information validation and team decision making process. In this role, you will exercise independent judgment within generally defined policies and practices to identify and select a solution. Duties:
Designs engineering solutions for mechanical and thermal hardware, electronics enclosures, and production tooling based on established engineering principles and in accordance with development technology practices and guidelines
Develops and implements parameters and test plans for new and existing designs, including validation of tolerances, form/fit/function, shock and vibration, electromagnetic interference, safety, reliability, developing fan curves, system power measurements & acoustics
Interact with mechanical and electrical engineers to develop optimum platform design architecture, new and innovative concept ideas using the latest technologies based on marketing requirement, and review RFQ process and new components
Collaborates and communicates with management, internal, and outsourced development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution
Leads a project and collaborates internal and outsourced development partners to develop reliable, cost effective and high-quality solutions for moderately- complex products
Represents the thermal team for all phases of larger and more-complex development projects
Drives innovation and integration of new technologies into projects and activities in the thermal design through HW/FW developments
Drives POC (proof of concept) with HW and FW/SW development to prove the new technologies and implementation to further products
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on thermal fluids
Typically, 5-10 years of experience
Experience with fan, heat pipe, and vapor chamber design
Experience using various thermal interface materials
Experience relating skin temperature, acoustics, and system performance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong understanding and experience in electronics packaging
Using Flotherm, Ansys or other thermal CFD modeling tools
Using CFD and thermal mockups to validate thermal solution
Designing sheet metal and plastic parts and associated production tooling and processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Mastery in English and local language
Ability to effectively communicate product architectures, design proposals and negotiate options at management levels
Ability to handle most unique situations
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.