Senior Design Engineer (Hybrid)

Job Responsibilities: Conduct thermal analysis using tools like ANSYS, SolidWorks, and CFD software. Apply principles of heat conduction, convection, and radiation to optimize heatsink designs for effective thermal management. Estimate temperature rise and performance based on power dissipation and heatsink efficiency. Design 3D models of heatsinks tailored to specific applications, optimizing for space and thermal performance. Select appropriate materials (aluminum, copper, alloys, or composites) for heat dissipation, weight, and manufacturability. Ensure mechanical integrity of designs to withstand handling and environmental factors. Prototyping and Testing: Collaborate with manufacturers to create prototypes, managing material selection, fabrication, and assembly. Perform thermal and mechanical testing to validate the heatsink’s performance and durability. Refine designs based on test results, balancing performance, cost, and manufacturability. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with electrical engineers, product designers, and manufacturing teams to meet product requirements. Implement customer-specific thermal management needs, including form factor, noise, and cooling specifications. Provide design support during the manufacturing phase to ensure specifications are met. Simulation and Optimization: Perform CFD and FEA simulations to predict airflow, heat dissipation, and structural integrity. Conduct parametric optimization to refine design parameters and enhance thermal performance. Ensure the heatsink design can endure mechanical stresses such as vibrations and thermal cycling. Documentation and Reporting: Create detailed design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and simulation results. Prepare comprehensive reports on thermal performance, offering insights into design efficacy across various scenarios. Cost and Manufacturing Considerations: Design for manufacturability, ensuring designs are cost-effective and manufacturable through standard processes like extrusion, stamping, or CNC machining. Coordinate with suppliers for material sourcing and ensure feasibility within budget constraints. Manage design costs while maintaining high performance and manufacturability standards. Stay updated on the latest advancements in thermal management technologies and manufacturing techniques. Explore innovative solutions, including integrating heat pipes, phase change materials, or advanced surface treatments for better heat dissipation. Sustainability and Compliance: Design energy-efficient heatsinks that comply with environmental regulations (e.g., RoHS, WEEE). Promote sustainability in design, focusing on material recyclability and waste reduction during manufacturing. Essential Skills and Qualifications: Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS, Fluent (CFD), and FEA tools for thermal and mechanical simulations. Strong knowledge of thermal management principles, heat transfer, and heat sink applications. In-depth understanding of material science, including thermal conductivity and heat capacities. Effective communication skills with good spoken & written English and Mandarin. Familiarity with manufacturing processes like extrusion, die-casting, and CNC machining for heatsink production. #J-18808-Ljbffr