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Thermal Design Engineer, AI Hardware

$109.6k - $234k

Tesla

Overview Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Thermal Design Engineer for the Electronic Systems teams to help develop best in class cooling solutions from silicon to vehicles to datacenters. We are open to candidates of all experience levels for this opening. What You'll Do Design passive and active air and liquid-cooling solution for high power electronics - from silicon to vehicle to data centers Flow balancing in complex flow networks Develop analytical and computational models of hydraulic and thermal systems Drive component selection (Chiller, CDU, Fan, Pump, Filter, TIM) Optimize cooling solutions for all aspects of their performance and reliability Define thermal policy and control algorithms and characterize system response at different scales Drive validation and analyze data Contribute to module- and system-level reliability What You'll Bring Degree in Thermal/Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience Minimum 2 years of industrial experience with evidence of exceptional performance Strong understanding of fundamentals of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics Proficiency in numerical simulation of heat and fluid flow Define thermal policy and control algorithms and characterize system response at different scales Experience in data centers is an asset Knowledge of semiconductor packaging and package-level thermal/mechanical considerations is an asset Benefits Compensation and Benefits Medical plans with plan options and $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, with $0 paycheck contribution options Company Paid Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period) Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program Expected Compensation $109,600 - $234,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. Tesla #J-18808-Ljbffr Tesla

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