Lead Thermal Management Engineer

Our client, a global leader in high-performance computing hardware, is seeking an experienced Lead Thermal Management Engineer to join their innovative team based in Cape Town . This role offers a hybrid work model, combining the flexibility of remote work with the benefits of in-office collaboration. You will be instrumental in designing, analyzing, and validating thermal solutions for a range of next-generation electronic products.

This position demands a deep understanding of heat transfer principles, advanced simulation techniques, and hands-on experience with thermal testing. The successful candidate will lead thermal design efforts, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal thermal performance and reliability of our client's cutting-edge products. Join a company that values innovation and provides a challenging yet rewarding work environment.

• Develop and implement comprehensive thermal management strategies for new electronic products, from concept to mass production.
• Conduct detailed thermal analysis using CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Icepak, FloTHERM) to predict temperature distributions, airflow, and heat dissipation.
• Design and optimize cooling solutions, including heat sinks, fans, heat pipes, and liquid cooling systems.
• Perform component-level and system-level thermal testing, validation, and correlation with simulation results.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and product design teams to define thermal requirements and ensure design compliance.
• Specify thermal interface materials (TIMs) and evaluate their performance.
• Generate detailed thermal design reports, present findings, and provide recommendations to project stakeholders.
• Stay current with emerging thermal technologies and industry best practices.
• Lead and mentor junior thermal engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in heat transfer.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in thermal management of electronic systems.
• Proven expertise in thermal simulation software (CFD) and experience with thermal measurement equipment.
• Strong understanding of heat transfer phenomena, including conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Familiarity with various cooling technologies and their application in electronic devices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities, with experience presenting technical information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and on-site collaboration.
• Experience with product development cycles and managing thermal aspects within them.

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Access to state-of-the‑art laboratory facilities for thermal testing.
• Employee wellness programs and initiatives.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.