New Wave Design · 2 hours ago
Senior Thermal Mechanical Engineer
Eden Prairie, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$104K/yr - $147K/yr
5+ years expNew Wave Design is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, analysis, testing, and qualification of rugged-embedded computing products. The role involves collaborating with various engineering teams and ensuring that mechanical and thermal solutions meet customer and regulatory requirements.
ElectronicsManufacturingWholesale
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Innovate and develop high-end mechanical and thermal solutions for cutting-edge embedded electronic products, including:
Heat frames, heat sinks, wedge locks, heat spreaders, heat pipes, and faceplates
Enclosure and conduction-cooled designs
Mechanical integration of connectors, optics, and fiber routing
Perform thermal analysis and modeling to support design decisions
Balance performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability in mechanical designs
Design and execute thermal and mechanical test plans
Support environmental and qualification testing (e.g., thermal cycling, vibration, shock)
Correlate simulation results with physical test data
Identify root causes of mechanical or thermal issues and recommend corrective actions
Select materials based on thermal, mechanical, environmental, and reliability requirements
Evaluate mechanical stress, CTE mismatch, and long-term durability
Support reliability and lifecycle considerations for deployed products
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to ensure designs are production-ready
Support first-article builds, ESS setup, and yield improvement efforts
Assist with documentation needed for production, qualification, and audits
Collaborate with Electrical Engineering on layout-driven mechanical and thermal constraints
Work with CAD to ensure accurate models and drawings
Interface with customers, vendors, and suppliers on mechanical and thermal topics as needed
Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including STEP models, vendor and assembly instructions
Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders, including non-technical audiences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Minimum 5 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience
Experience with mechanical and thermal design of electronic systems
Knowledge of heat transfer principles and structural mechanics
Hands-on experience with thermal or environmental testing
Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks or equivalent)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to complete complex thermal and mechanical projects on time and budget
Mentor junior engineers
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, innovative mindset
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interface with internal teams, customers, and stakeholders
Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds
Must be able to lift 20 pounds over the head
Must have finger and wrist dexterity with repetitive motion
Ability to work in a lab environment, including handling electronic assemblies
Occasional travel may be required
Ability to work on-site as needed to support testing, builds, or issue resolution
Due to the type of work at our facilities and certain access restrictions, successful applicants must be of a 'U.S. Person'. The candidate must be able to prove so, with remittance of proper identification supporting so, upon an acceptance of employment
Preferred
Experience with VPX, OpenVPX, XMC, QMC, or similar embedded form factors
Familiarity with defense, aerospace, or industrial electronics environments
Experience supporting qualification to customer or industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810)
Experience with thermal simulation tools
Experience working with contract manufacturers or assembly partners
Opportunity to work on high end thermal management solution for SAWP-C military application
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Four weeks of vacation for all employees
9 paid holidays observed annually
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Life insurance and disability coverage
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Voluntary coverages include, vision, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance
Flexible work schedules
Company
New Wave Design
New Wave Design and Verification provides FPGA/SoC cards, FPGA IP cores, and test platforms for embedded computing and network testing.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Josh Dirlam
Founder and Executive Chairman
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