Thermal Design Release Engineer

Thermal Product Design & Release Engineer

A Thermal Design & Release Engineer will lead the design, development, and release of assembly/component technical drawings for heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

Primary assignments may include:

• Perform 1-D fluid flow analyses to size and optimize fluid distribution systems
• Perform analysis to size and optimize heat exchangers
• Perform trade study analyses
• Design, select and integrate HVAC components and subsystems
• Prepare CAD studies for design business unit to detail objective models/drawings
• Release drawings for power pack (engine/transmission), electronics, and crew cabin HVAC systems and components that meet customer requirements and specifications
• Derive vehicle-level performance requirements and develop and release engineering design specifications
• Track weight, cost, thermal, and power allocations
• Develop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs); release drawings to the Engineering Release Plan (ERP)
• Prepare Statement of Work (SOW), Critical Item Development Specification (CIDS), Interface Control Document (ICD) and Source Selection Plan (SSP) for a Request for Proposal (RFP) to industry suppliers, or for other purposes as required. Perform source selection evaluation of supplier proposals.
• Manage supplier design development progress, technical action item list, and transfer of engineering communication; interface with suppliers virtually and onsite; evaluate supplier cost quotes
• Provide technical oversight and direction to suppliers during design development and validation to ensure performance, test, and/or design requirements are being met.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and proposals; prepare for and present at formal Design Reviews
• Conduct engineering evaluations in a laboratory environment
• Investigate, respond, and implement corrective action to Production, supplier or field issues
• Support prototype builds, create test plans, execute tests and create test reports to validate designs, mitigate risks and/or troubleshoot problems
• Work with other engineering disciplines to exchange technical information and give direction to designers and prototype shop personnel
• Plan, organize, and maintain records of progression to ensure successful completion of projects on schedule and within budget
• Develop plans and estimates for future projects (ROMs, BOEs, project plans, informal estimates) in response to customer and contractual requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 15 + years experience with no less than 5 years practical design and release
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical and thermal engineering principles
• Proficient with 1-D modeling of fluid systems (coolant) to size circuits and pumps
• Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities
• Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup
• Ability to travel up to 10% to other facilities and military installations if needed
• Additional Information / Desired Experience
• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• Previous experience working on ground combat Vehicles desired
• This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles is desired. Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space)
• Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills is required Works well in team and individually
• Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required