Sr Staff or Principal Thermal Engineer, Server Packaging (San Diego)
Qualcomm•San Diego, CA
•$180,400 - $270,600•Onsite
About The Position
Qualcomm Data Center team is developing a high performance, energy efficient server solution for data center applications. The qualified individual will develop thermal solutions for server products at package and system levels resolving complex thermal management challenges related to high-performance servers.
Requirements
- 10+ years of industry experience in electronics cooling related to server products.
- Deep understanding of thermal management design elements including TIM, spreaders, heat sink, vapor chamber, heat pipe, and fan.
- Industry exposure to 2.5/3D packaging is highly desirable.
- Ability to write scripts in programming languages (i.e. Python, C/C++, MATLAB, etc.) for data analysis and tool development.
- Expertise in conducting CFD simulations and proficiency in SW tools such as ANSYS-Icepak and Celsius EC.
- Capability to design, execute thermal tests within a laboratory environment, and hands on experience with airflow and temperature measurements equipment.
- Some experience with 3D geometry CAD tools such as Solidworks or Creo is desirable.
- Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to clearly communicate complex technical content in written and verbal formats.
Nice To Haves
- Some experience with AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and methodologies is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead thermal architecture solutions through simulation and test while working with various stakeholders.
- Perform thermal simulations utilizing CFD tools from silicon die to ambient throughout product development phase.
- Drive direction and strategy discussions, work cross-functionally with technical leads on tradeoffs, conduct thermal design reviews and presentations.
- Develop custom SW solutions to automate thermal modeling and test.
- Conduct thermal tests to validate/characterize models and present results to stakeholders.
- Analyze and document simulation and test results.
Benefits
- competitive annual discretionary bonus program
- opportunity for annual RSU grants
- highly competitive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
