Etched · 2 weeks ago
Senior Thermal Engineer, Liquid Cooling Systems
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expEtched is building the world’s first AI inference system purpose-built for transformers, delivering over 10x higher performance and lower cost than traditional systems. They are seeking a highly experienced Senior Thermal Engineer to optimize thermal management for high-performance data center products, focusing on advanced water cooling solutions and thermal simulations.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design and optimization of thermal management systems for high-performance data center products, focusing on water cooling solutions and advanced cooling concepts
Develop and implement water cooling solutions, including internal manifolds, quick disconnects, CDUs (Coolant Distribution Units), and heat exchangers. Ensure effective cooling and thermal management for high-power processors and other critical components
Design and manage direct-to-processor water cooling systems to efficiently dissipate heat and maintain optimal operating temperatures
Conduct detailed thermal simulations to predict and analyze thermal performance. Use simulation results to guide the design and optimization of cooling systems
Evaluate and select thermal interface materials (TIMs) for various heat sinks and cooling solutions. Optimize TIM performance to enhance thermal conductivity and heat dissipation
Explore and implement advanced thermal cooling concepts, including phase change cooling, liquid cooling, and other cutting-edge technologies
Oversee the testing and validation of thermal management systems to ensure they meet performance, reliability, and efficiency standards. Address any issues related to thermal performance and provide solutions
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for thermal management designs, including design specifications, simulation results, and testing reports. Report on performance and any issues identified during testing
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, electrical systems engineers, and vendors, to ensure seamless integration and operation of thermal management solutions
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Thermal Engineering, or a related field
A Minimum of 10 years of experience in thermal engineering with a strong focus on water cooling systems and advanced thermal management solutions
Proven expertise in designing and managing direct-to-processor cooling systems and thermal simulations
Extensive experience with water cooling systems, including internal manifolds, quick disconnects, CDUs, and heat exchangers
Expertise in direct-to-processor cooling solutions and thermal management for high-power components
Proficiency in thermal simulation tools and techniques to predict and analyze thermal performance
Knowledge of various thermal interface materials (TIMs) and heat sink designs
Experience with advanced thermal cooling concepts and technologies
Preferred
Advanced degrees or certifications in thermal management or related areas are highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
$500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
Housing subsidy of $2k per month for those living within walking distance of the office
Relocation support for those moving to San Jose (Santana Row)
Various wellness benefits covering fitness, mental health, and more
Daily lunch + dinner in our office
Company
Etched
Building the hardware for superintelligence
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$625.36MKey Investors
StripesPrimary Venture Partners
2026-01-14Series Unknown· $500M
2024-06-25Series A· $120M
2023-05-16Seed· $5.36M
Leadership Team
Chris Zhu
Co-Founder
Robert Wachen
Co-Founder and President
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