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Sr. Engineer – Thermal Design

Sr. Engineer – Thermal Design

CompanyTenstorrent
LocationToronto, ON, Canada
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Thermal Engineering or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of experience in thermal design, preferably for high-performance electronics or AI computing systems.
  • Expertise in cooling solution design, including heat dissipation technologies and airflow management.
  • Proficiency in thermal simulation tools such as Ansys IcePak, FloTHERM, or SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation.
  • Experience with advanced cooling technologies, including vapor chambers, TIMs, heat pipes, liquid cooling loops, and high-power thermal solutions.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
  • Deep understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and engineering drawing creation.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with an ability to optimize designs based on real-world constraints.
  • Fluent in Mandarin and English for effective communication with local and international teams.

Responsibilities

  • Design and validate complex thermal solutions for high-power AI computing systems, including PCIe Cards and multi-chip Server Systems.
  • Conduct thermal simulations (CFD modeling) using tools such as Ansys IcePak, FloTHERM, or SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation.
  • Develop and optimize air-cooled and liquid-cooled solutions, incorporating vapor chambers, thermal interface materials (TIMs), heat pipes, fans, pumps, heat exchangers, and chillers.
  • Perform product-level reliability testing, including thermal cycling, environmental chamber testing, and long-term thermal stability analysis.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to define mechanical and thermal requirements, review designs, and validate test plans.
  • Provide on-site supplier support for critical builds, prototype testing, and manufacturing validation.
  • Manage complex BOMs and product lifecycles in a PLM system, ensuring seamless integration of thermal components with mechanical and electrical designs.
  • Work with world-class suppliers, contractors, and test labs to ensure high-quality manufacturing and testing processes.
  • Generate detailed engineering documentation, including test reports, design specifications, and best practice guidelines.
  • Lead thermal design reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

    No preferred qualifications provided.