Thermal Mechanical Engineer

We have a proven record of delivering technology to the world’s leading OEMs across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace. We operate facilities in Colchester and Theale in the United Kingdom and Woburn, MA and Los Angeles, CA in the United States.

Reporting to the Thermal/Mechanical engineering manager, this role requires someone who has a ‘hands-on’ approach to Thermal and Mechanical engineering. Working closely with the wider engineering functions, you and your team will play a crucial role in the design process from concept to production.

The Thermal/Mechanical team at Concurrent are responsible for delivering the cooling solution and the mechanical solution for conduction cooled/air cooled boards as well as system products. The team is also responsible for qualifying the products under harsh thermal/mechanical and environmental requirements.

The thermal and mechanical design of electronics to be used in harsh environments. Report progress and technical issues to the leadership and project management. Provide support with the Design and Test function by means of designing new jigs and fixtures for design verification and production test purposes. Provide technical input, support, decision making within the team as necessary ensuring project deliverables are achieved.

• Simulation and Analysis: Perform thermal simulations and analysis to validate design modifications and ensure optimal thermal performance.
• Prototype testing: Conduct experimental testing and verification of prototypes to assess thermal and mechanical performance and compliance with design specifications.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to integrate thermal solutions into overall product designs.
• Create detailed engineering documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports.
• Identify suitable materials and apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles in thermal design.
• Proficient in general mechanical design principles, 3D designs, parts and assemblies (preferably SolidWorks) and document control.
• Proven knowledge of 2D drawing creation, geometrical tolerancing and stack analysis.
• Good grasp of material properties, metalwork manufacture and surface finishing.
• Good understanding of heat transfer principles and thermal solutions in electronic products.
• Previous experience in working with interdisciplinary project teams.
• An ability to solve potentially complex mechanical/thermal problems, with the ability to reason independently and reach achievable engineering solutions.
• Good understanding of electronics cooling.
• Experience in working to mechanical and environmental standards.
• Ability to use 3D Cad software for mechanical design (preferably SolidWorks).
• Track record of managing and mitigating risks on projects.
• Understanding of mechanical design for high vibration environments.
• Understanding of Military and Aerospace qualification testing.
• Capable of FEA frequency analysis for vibration.
• Experience in developing and improving engineering processes.
• Experience in managing projects to deliver on time and to budget.

Concurrent recognizes and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.