Senior Thermal / Mechanical Engineer

Eight Sleep•San Francisco, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Eight Sleep, we’re on a mission to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. As the world’s first sleep fitness company, we’re redefining what it means to be well-rested and building the most advanced hardware, software, and AI technology to make it possible. Our products power peak mental, physical, and emotional performance by transforming every night of sleep into a personalized, data-driven recovery experience. We are trusted by high performers, professional athletes, and health-conscious consumers in over 30 countries worldwide. Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, 2022, and 2023, and twice named to TIME's “Best Inventions of the Year.” We operate like a high-performance team: fast, focused, and motivated by impact. We don’t just ship; we iterate, refine, and obsess over the details that help our members sleep better and wake up stronger. Every role at Eight Sleep is a chance to create cutting-edge technology, collaborate with world-class talent, and help shape a future where sleep isn’t passive - it’s a powerful tool for living better. If you’re tired of the ordinary and driven to build at the edge of what’s possible, this is your moment. Join us and lead the movement that’s transforming how the world sleeps and what we’re all capable of when we wake up. High Standards. No Apologies. We operate with intensity because our mission demands it. At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the world’s top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft. Think Kobe Bryant’s mamba mentality, applied to bold ideas, next-gen tech, and flawless execution. This isn’t a 9-to-5. Our team is deeply committed, often putting in 60+ hours a week –not because we’re told to, but because we’re invested. We’re here to build fast, push limits, and deliver without compromise. If you thrive under pressure and want to do the most meaningful work of your career, you’ll feel right at home. If you’re looking for something easier –this isn’t it. We’re looking for an experienced mechanical engineer with expertise in thermal design to develop innovative products from concept through to production. You'll take ownership of the thermal performance of our systems including the thermal engine in the Pod Hub and the thermal core of the Pod Cover. You’ll be part of a small, mission-driven team and have significant ownership over decisions. We’re growing quickly so there are ample opportunities for career growth. The position is based out of our San Francisco office and requires ~20% travel to China to support manufacturing activities .

Requirements

5+ years of experience in thermal system design (e.g. heatsinks, heat pipes, TECs, insulation strategies, thermally conductive materials).
Expertise in thermal and fluid analysis, heat transfer fundamentals, thermal instrumentation, DOEs, and root cause analysis techniques.
Highly proficient with simulation (e.g. IcePak, Fluent) and data analysis tools (e.g. Python, Matlab)
Experience shipping high-volume consumer products, including manufacturing support in Asia.
Proficient in CAD (e.g. Solidworks, NX, Creo) and DFM/DFA.
BSME or equivalent (MS or PhD preferred).
Willingness and ability to travel to China as needed.

Responsibilities

Ensure our products have industry leading thermal performance by owning the architecture and design of thermal systems from concept to production.
Perform thermal and fluid analysis to optimize factors such performance, size, noise, and cost.
Work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to implement designs.
Create and execute test plans to characterize prototypes and validate analytical results.
Design test systems for use in development and in production.