Mechanical Engineer- Thermal

Mechanical Engineer – Thermal at Amphenol Communications Solutions

Location:

Nashua, New Hampshire

Department:
Engineering

Wage:
Depends on Experience

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors and cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer – Thermal to join our team in Nashua.

• Perform thermal simulations and analyses (steady-state and transient) using tools such as ANSYS Icepak, FloTHERM.
• Design and optimize thermal solutions including heat sinks, fans, liquid cooling systems, and interface materials (PCM) for high speed I/O active cables and optical transceivers and fiber optic cables.
• Conduct thermal characterization and validation tests, including temperature measurement, and correlation with simulation results.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to integrate thermal solutions into overall product design.
• Define thermal requirements and design constraints for new products and ensure compliance with reliability and performance specifications.
• Develop and document thermal models, test reports, and design guidelines for future designs.
• Participate in design reviews, providing recommendations for improved thermal performance and manufacturability.
• Support failure analysis and root cause investigations of thermal-related field or qualification issues.

• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, and 5 years applicable experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and thermal principles, and material properties.
• Proficiency with thermal simulation tools like FLOTHERM, ANSYS Icepack.
• Knowledge of electronics packaging and reliability requirements (JEDEC, IPC, standards) preferred.
• Experience in Electronics / Data Center / Telecom:
  Familiarity with high-power ICs, PCBs, heat spreaders, and airflow management is an added advantage.

Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” – Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin.