Thermal Test Engineer (Entry Level)
Actalent · San Jose, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$30–$35/hrContract
Responsibilities
- Prepare comprehensive test setups, including detailed test flows and test coverage plans for new products.
- Work as a thermal validation engineer on electro-mechanical products, ensuring robust thermal performance and reliability.
- Conduct telecom equipment product testing, including power management evaluation, heat sink development, and fan speed testing.
- Apply telecom test standards such as GR and NEBS to validate product compliance and performance.
- Set up prototypes in the lab for thermal and acoustics tests, including thermocouple installation and wind tunnel operation.
- Measure and analyze air flow and acoustics characteristics to optimize cooling and noise performance.
- Develop and execute test plans for thermal engineering and mechanical testing activities.
- Document test procedures, results, and findings clearly to support design improvements and product validation.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to interpret test data and recommend design changes or optimizations.
- Use thermal analysis software such as Flotherm to model, simulate, and analyze thermal behavior of products.
- Support continuous improvement of test methods, lab processes, and validation practices.
Requirements
- Hands-on laboratory test experience, particularly in thermal and acoustics testing of electro-mechanical and telecom products.
- Experience working as a thermal validation engineer for electromechanical products.
- Knowledge of telecom test standards, including GR and NEBS, and their application in product validation.
- Ability to set up and instrument prototypes for thermal testing, including thermocouple installation and wind tunnel operation.
- Strong understanding of air flow, heat transfer, and acoustics principles as they relate to product design and testing.
- Experience developing and executing structured test plans for thermal engineering and mechanical testing.
- Proficiency with thermal analysis tools such as Flotherm or similar thermal analysis software.
- Ability to analyze test data, identify trends, and communicate technical findings clearly.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or mechatronics is highly desirable.
- At least one internship or practical experience with a focus on testing is preferred.
- Experience with Flotherm is a strong plus.
- Experience with CREO for mechanical design and modeling is a strong plus.
- Basic proficiency in Python for data analysis or test automation is beneficial.
- Familiarity with telecom equipment, power management systems, and cooling solutions is an advantage.
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)