Mechanical & Thermal Design Engineer

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Sterling Heights, MI

$37.13-$39.99/Hour

Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance

Responsible for the mechanical and thermal design, integration, and validation of vehicle HVAC and power‑pack‑related thermal systems for military ground vehicles, supporting both prototype development and production programs.

• Perform mechanical and thermal design engineering for:
  • Power pack (engine/transmission) thermal systems
  • Vehicle electronics cooling
  • Crew cabin HVAC systems
• Derive vehicle‑level performance requirements and develop, release, and maintain engineering design specifications
• Conduct fluid flow and thermal analyses to size and optimize distribution systems
• Develop alternative design concepts and support trade study analyses
• Design, select, and integrate HVAC components and subsystems
• Track and manage weight, cost, thermal, and power allocations
• Develop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs); release drawings per the Engineering Release Plan (ERP)
• Prepare and support supplier documentation, including:
  • Statement of Work (SOW)
  • Critical Item Development Specification (CIDS)
  • Interface Control Document (ICD)
  • Source Selection Plan (SSP) for Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
• Participate in supplier source selection, including technical and cost proposal evaluations
• Manage supplier design development, technical action items, and engineering communications (virtual and onsite)
• Provide technical oversight during design, build, and validation phases to ensure requirements are met
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and materials for formal design reviews
• Conduct engineering evaluations in a laboratory environment
• Investigate, resolve, and implement corrective actions for production, supplier, or field issues
• Support prototype builds, including test plan development, test execution, and test reporting
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams, designers, and prototype shop personnel
• Plan, organize, and track project progress to meet schedule and budget objectives
• Develop Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates, Basis of Estimate (BOE) inputs, and project plans for future work

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
• 1–3 years of experience in mechanical and/or thermal engineering roles
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical and thermal engineering principles
• Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities
• Experience developing or working with engineering documentation and specifications
• Ability to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles
• Ability to travel up to 20% to other facilities and military installations

• Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup
• Prior experience with ground combat or military vehicle systems
• Familiarity with HVAC systems in vehicle or defense applications
• Experience working in confined spaces and around military vehicles
• Ability to pass ASR (Anthropometric Size Requirement) testing

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

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