Contract Professionals, Inc. · 1 month ago
Thermal Management Engineer
Sterling Heights, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expContract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) is an award-winning talent solutions company connecting top talent with leading employers in defense, aerospace, and mobility industries. They are seeking a Thermal Management Engineer to support the design, development, and release of HVAC subsystems for advanced vehicle platforms, ensuring thermal performance and reliability across various systems.
ConsultingHuman Resources
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and develop mechanical and thermal HVAC subsystems for power pack, electronics, and crew cabin applications
Derive vehicle-level performance requirements and develop engineering design specifications
Perform fluid flow analyses to size and optimize thermal distribution systems
Develop alternative design concepts and support trade studies
Select, integrate, and validate HVAC components and subsystems
Track and manage weight, cost, thermal, and power allocations
Develop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs); release drawings per Engineering Release Plans
Prepare and support technical documents including SOWs, ICDs, and RFP-related materials
Manage supplier technical progress, evaluate proposals, and provide design oversight
Support prototype builds, testing, and validation activities; create test plans and reports
Investigate and resolve production, supplier, or field-related technical issues
Prepare technical reports and present findings at formal design reviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
5+ years of experience in thermal or mechanical engineering roles
Strong understanding of mechanical and thermal engineering principles
Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities
Ability to travel up to 20% to other facilities or installations
Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
U.S. citizenship required due to government contract requirements
Preferred
Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup
Prior experience with ground combat or military vehicle platforms
Eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance
Experience working in confined spaces or around large vehicle systems
Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies
Benefits
Exciting, research-driven projects with real-world impact
Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development
Competitive perks and incentives tailored to each contract position
Company
Contract Professionals, Inc.
Contract Professionals is a staffing and recruiting company that provides aerospace, automotive, and defense staffing services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase