Thermal Test Engineer

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

Test Plans
Testing
Thermodynamics
Test Equipment
Electronics
Electrical Engineering
Heat Transfer

Job Details

Thermal Test Engineer Job Description

Overview

A Thermal Test Engineer is responsible for designing, conducting, and analyzing thermal tests to ensure products and systems operate safely and reliably within required temperature limits. This role is common in industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, energy, and consumer devices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, set up, and execute thermal tests (temperature cycling, thermal shock, steady-state testing)

  • Evaluate heat transfer, cooling performance, and thermal reliability of components and systems

  • Develop test procedures, test plans, and validation protocols

  • Operate thermal chambers, environmental test equipment, and data acquisition systems

  • Analyze test data and compare results to design requirements and specifications

  • Identify thermal risks and recommend design improvements

  • Collaborate with design, mechanical, electrical, and reliability engineers

  • Document test results, write reports, and present findings to stakeholders

  • Ensure testing complies with industry standards and safety regulations

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

  • Strong understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics

  • Experience with thermal testing equipment (environmental chambers, thermocouples, IR cameras)

  • Ability to analyze and interpret test data

  • Familiarity with test documentation and reporting

  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Skills (Depending on Role Level)

  • Experience with thermal simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, FloTHERM, COMSOL)

  • Knowledge of industry standards (MIL-STD, IEC, JEDEC, ISO)

  • Programming or scripting skills for data analysis (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)

  • Experience with electronics cooling or high-power systems

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