Thermal R&D Design Engineer

Boyd • Laconia, NH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

BOYD is looking for a Thermal Research and Design Engineer to join our Design Center team here in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region. This region of NH offers many year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, fishing, boating, etc. In this position you will help our customers find and develop creative solutions to meet their challenging thermal and mechanical design requirements. BOYD’s engineering team performs mechanical, thermal, industrial, electrical design and analysis as well as product development and prototyping services. Our global engineering team consists of 350+ engineers spanning a variety of fields and disciplines. Our clientele represent a wide spectrum of industries spanning from telecommunications, medical devices, server and data center, aerospace, power, consumer products and beyond. SUMMARY: Conduct single and two-phase fluid flow and heat transfer research on both passive and actively pumped systems and apply those learnings to the development of new electronic cooling products. Evaluate the most challenging electronics cooling applications with customers and propose highest performing design concepts using single and two-phase flow. Conduct theoretical thermal and mechanical analyses, design sizing, and CFD/FEA simulations. Interpret and communicate results and recommend the best design approach. Design and conduct heat transfer experiments, collect and reduce test data, analyze and interpret test results, communicate methods and results, adapt findings to improve design and CFD models, recommend design adjustments if needed. Collaborate with colleagues and help solve multidisciplinary technical challenges. Assisting with writing design proposals, marketing materials, and technical papers. Select components and materials for cooling products and solutions.

Requirements

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related fields, graduate level work in two-phase flow and heat transfer theoretical, experimental and computational methods.
• Strong foundation in other heat transfer modes like conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Familiarity with research publications and literature in the above topical areas.
• Hands on work in a heat transfer research or test lab.
• A strong understanding of the fundamental physics of heat transfer, mass transfer, and fluid flow including two-phase flow and heat transfer.
• Familiarity with heat transfer experimental methods and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with modeling and conducting CFD simulations preferably including two-phase flow and heat transfer.
• Demonstrated initiative and independent problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage several projects at once and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional organization, coordination, and consultation skills.
• US citizenship or permanent residency.

Nice To Haves

• A knowledge of electronics cooling applications is desirable but not a requirement.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks is desirable but not a requirement.
• Working with clients and experience in managing customer relationships is a plus.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced, flexible team environment.
• Awareness of different manufacturing methods and limitations a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thermal research, design, and engineering projects to support the company’s business.
• Prepare technical proposals to support soliciting funding for research in areas of interest to the Company.
• Support building collaborative relationships between industry and academic partners to support research in areas of interest to the Company.

What This Job Offers

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