Intel Corporation · 4 hours ago
Thermal Architect
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$122K/yr - $232K/yr
3+ years expIntel Corporation is a leading technology company focused on semiconductor manufacturing, and they are seeking a Thermal Architect to drive thermal design and analysis for GPU and AI products. The role involves supporting thermal performance optimization and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure thermal compliance and performance.
Semiconductors
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support development of packaging thermal solutions for GPU/AI products
Support thermal design strategies for advanced packaging technologies, including chiplets and multi-chip modules
Perform thermal, electrical, and mechanical co-design optimization
Design and execute experiments to characterize thermal performance of advanced package to system-level cooling technologies
Develop innovative thermal metrology techniques for next-generation thermal management solutions (2-phase cooling systems, and microchannel heat spreaders)
Correlate experimental data with simulation results to improve predictive models
Partner with silicon design, packaging, and platform teams to ensure thermal compliance and performance
Engage with external customers and ecosystem partners to align thermal solutions with product requirements
Qualification
Required
PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or related field (or MS with 3+ years working experience in mechanical engineering/thermal sciences
At least 6 months of laboratory experience with thermal testing and experimental setup
Academic focus or at least 6 months of experience in the field of heat transfer fundamentals and thermal management principles
Preferred
2+ years of experience with semiconductor or high-performance computing products
Practical experience with advanced cooling technologies such as immersion cooling, 2-phase cooling, or microchannel heat spreaders
Exposure to GPU/AI hardware thermal challenges
Experience developing innovative thermal metrology and measurement techniques
Experience with data acquisition systems and thermal instrumentation (thermocouples, IR cameras, flow meters, etc.)
Familiarity with statistical analysis and experimental data processing
Understanding of power electronics and energy efficiency concepts
Experience with prototype development and rapid testing methodologies
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly
Track record of translating experimental results into design recommendations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient in thermal simulation tools (e.g., CFD, FEA) and experimental validation
Ability to design, build, and operate thermal test equipment and instrumentation
Benefits
Competitive pay
Stock bonuses
Health
Retirement
Vacation
Company
Intel Corporation
Our mission is to shape the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world, that’s the power of Intel Inside.
10001+ employees
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