Thermal Analysis Engineer

Company: System One
Location: Bellevue
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Job Description:

System One is seeking a highly motivated Thermal Analysis Engineer for a full-time position, Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA. In-office at least 1-2 days each week. The successful candidate will support the engineering efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power System (RPS) technologies.


In this role you will:

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• Perform mechanical and aerospace engineering analysis project work with emphasis on solving problems in heat transfer and fluid flow using advanced CAD/CAE software. Typical applications include RPS, sub components, and system interfaces
  
• Perform thermal analysis starting from initial high-level analysis down to defining criterion for validation of performance with testing and qualification data
  
• Pursue performance/robustness improvements
  
• Review peer and vendor work
  
• Write proposals, technical reports and papers
  
• Additional responsibilities may include solving problems in mechanical/structural design, finite element analysis, structural dynamics, kinematics, and the development of software tools and interfaces
  
• Provide results to project teams that satisfy quality, cost, timing and other project specifications
  
• Prepare and give oral presentations to internal and external stakeholders, and at technical conferences
  
  
  Key Qualifications and Skills:
  
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  • B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with 7+ years of thermal analysis experience, M.S degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with 5+ years of thermal analysis experience, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with 3+ years of thermal analysis experience
    
  • Experience with Thermal Desktop and ANSYS Workbench
    
  • Experience with 3D and reduced order thermal modeling
    
  • Ability to identify sizing cases and quickly evaluate the impact of design decisions
    
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    
  • Experience in research and development activities involving nuclear reactors or radioisotopes power systems is desired
    
  • Experience working under an AS9100 (or similar) quality program is desired
    
  • Able to meet deadlines and perform under pressure in an uncertain environment
    
  • Clearly demonstrate the ability to work either independently or as part of a team
    
    
    Job Functions
    
    
    Motor Abilities: Sitting/standing for extended periods, gripping, fine motor control (hands)
    
    Physical requirements: Ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds
    
    Special Senses: Visual and audio
    
    Work Conditions: Typing, standing/sitting working environment of > 8 hr/day
    
    Travel: Travel is required,
    
    The anticipated salary band for this position is $130,000-180,000. The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.
    In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:
    
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    • Stock options
      
    • Flexible paid time off
      
    • 401k plan with employer match
      
    • 16 weeks of paid family leave
      
    • Annual employee wellness reimbursement and office supply stipend
      
    • Health care reimbursement
      
    • Relocation assistance
      
      
      

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