Lead Thermal Systems Engineer

Ecolab • Naperville, IL

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Thermal Systems Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and validation of advanced cooling systems for high-density data center environments. This role focuses on ensuring system reliability, thermal performance, and compliance with industry standards through rigorous testing and certification processes.

Requirements

• Degree or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• BS with 10 years of relevant experience
• MS with 7 years of relevant experience
• PhD with 5 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in CFD and thermal modeling tools (e.g., ANSYS, FloTHERM, SolidWorks Flow Simulation).
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer principles.
• Experience with instrumentation for temperature, pressure, and flow measurement.
• Familiarity with testing standards such as ASME, ASTM, IEC, and UL.
• No Immigration Sponsorship available for this role

Nice To Haves

• Experience in data center or mission-critical cooling systems.
• Knowledge of two-phase cooling and refrigeration systems.
• Background in automated testing systems and test bench development.
• Experience with regulatory and environmental compliance (e.g., RoHS, REACH, WEEE).
• Familiarity with reliability engineering tools and techniques (e.g., FMEA, )

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize thermal systems for high-power-density environments, ensuring robust heat transfer and fluid flow performance.
• Conduct detailed thermal simulations and CFD modeling to validate system behavior under varying operational conditions.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans including hydrostatic pressure testing, thermal cycling, vibration, and shock testing in accordance with standards such as ASME, IEC, and ASTM.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure mechanical integrity, material compatibility, and corrosion resistance of wetted components.
• Analyze field data and lab results to drive continuous improvement in system reliability and efficiency.
• Support regulatory compliance efforts including safety, EMC, and environmental certifications (e.g., UL, CE, RoHS, REACH).
• Author technical documentation including test protocols, certification reports, and installation guidelines.
• Interface with external testing labs and internal stakeholders to coordinate validation activities and ensure timely delivery of certified systems.

Benefits

• Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees