Cooling System Engineer

Job Summary

The sky is no longer the limit as Nidec takes its technology off the ground and into the Aerospace market. As a Cooling System Engineer with the Nidec Aerospace team, you will have the opportunity to apply and develop your expertise to design electric propulsion systems for the battery-powered aircrafts that will enable the world to sustainably and efficiently get from point A to point

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Nidec is the world’s leading electric motor manufacturer and a true pioneer in electrification across a wide array of industries since its foundation in 1973, ranging from appliance, energy infrastructure, to ground transportation. Nidec Aerospace is a newly created Joint Venture between Nidec and Embraer which intends to take a leading role in the Electrification of Aircrafts. We are well-positioned and excited to support the aerospace industry in its ambitious transition to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

The ideal candidate will embody Nidec’s key pillars of Passion, Enthusiasm, and Tenacity with their passion to learn, enthusiasm to exceed market expectations, and tenacity to solve complex technical issues. From ideation to production, you will work with a diverse and experienced team of design engineers to support aerospace industry leaders and spearhead technological advances in transport decarbonization.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cooling System Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of thermal management solutions for electric engines and drives in cutting-edge aeronautical applications, including design, analysis, optimization, tests and certification. This role requires a deep understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer principles, coupled with practical experience.

The engineer will play a critical role in ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and longevity of our electric propulsion systems by maintaining critical components within their optimal operating temperature ranges.

Location: São Jose dos Campos, SP, Brazil / Atlanta, Georgia, USA

• Thermal System Development: Lead the conceptualization, design, and tests of innovative cooling systems for high-power electric motors and drives. This includes selecting appropriate cooling methodologies, materials, and components.
• Thermal Analysis & Simulation: Conduct detailed thermal analysis and simulations (e.g., CFD, FEA, 1D models and hand calculations) to predict and optimize the thermal performance of electric propulsion systems under various flight conditions and operational scenarios. This involves assessing heat loads, temperature distributions, and cooling efficiencies for different methods of heat extraction.
• Requirements Definition & Validation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define thermal requirements, establish performance targets, and ensure that cooling solutions meet stringent aerospace standards and regulatory compliance.
• Testing & Verification: Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for thermal systems, including component-level, sub-system, and full-scale propulsion unit testing. Analyze test data, correlate with simulation results, and identify areas for design improvement and optimization.
• Supplier Management: Work closely with external suppliers and partners to evaluate and select cooling components, materials, and technologies, ensuring they meet technical specifications, quality standards, and cost targets.
• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Diagnose and resolve thermal-related issues during development, testing, and in-service operation. Implement effective corrective actions and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, analysis reports, test procedures, and certification data. Present findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Innovation & Research: Stay abreast of the latest advancements in thermal management technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes relevant to electric propulsion. Proactively identify and explore…