Thermal Engineer - Sterling Heights, United States - Waltonen

Description

A Thermal Management Engineer will support the design, development and release of subsystem componentry related to heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

Responsibilities
Mechanical & Thermal design engineering of power pack (engine/transmission), electronics, and crew cabin HVAC systems to meet customer requirements and specifications
Derive vehicle-level performance requirements and develop and release engineering design specifications
Develop alternative concepts and support or perform trade study analyses
Design, select and integrate HVAC components and subsystems
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.

Qualifications
10+ years in a related role
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Demonstrated understanding of mechanical and thermal engineering principles
Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities
Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup is a plus
Only United States Citizens can be considered
Must Possess or be able to obtain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working on ground combat Vehicles
This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles
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 are required
Works well in a team and individually
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Vacation and Holiday pay
Employer matching 401K
Hybrid work schedule after 90 days for eligible positions
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
Employee Referral Program
Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons

Who are we?
Waltonen Engineering, Inc.

is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

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