Product Development​/Thermal Engineer – Liquid Cooling

Product Development / Thermal Engineer – Liquid Cooling

Location:

Schaumburg, Illinois. Salary: $85,000 – $140,000 per year (USD).

Amphenol is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Product Development Engineer to lead the design and development of liquid cooling solutions for front‑end I/O connectors that will power the next generation of AI and ML platforms. This role is critical to advancing thermal management technologies that support high‑performance computing environments.

• Architect and develop liquid cooling plates optimized for high‑density front‑end I/O connector applications.
• Engineer microchannel structures, cold plate geometries, and flow path configurations to maximize thermal efficiency and minimize pressure drop.
• Select and integrate materials compatible with high‑performance thermal transfer and long‑term reliability in data center environments.
• Collaborate with connector design teams to ensure seamless mechanical integration and manufacturability.

• Define and execute thermal performance testing, including heat dissipation, flow rate analysis, and environmental stress testing.
• Validate cooling plate designs against industry standards and customer‑specific requirements.
• Work with internal labs and external partners to ensure robust qualification and certification processes.

• Lead cross‑functional development projects from concept through production.
• Manage timelines, deliverables, and resource coordination to meet program milestones.
• Track and report progress using structured project management tools and methodologies.

• Serve as a technical liaison with key customers to understand requirements and deliver exceptional support.
• Represent Amphenol’s commitment to exceptional customer experience through proactive communication, technical presentations, and issue resolution.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product development, preferably in thermal management or connector technologies.
• Strong proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., Solid Works, Creo) and thermal simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, FloTHERM).
• Proven experience in project management and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills and customer‑facing experience.

• Familiarity with high‑speed I/O connector standards and applications.
• Experience in AI/ML hardware environments or data center infrastructure.
• Knowledge of fluid dynamics, heat exchanger design, and materials used in liquid cooling systems.

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