Thermal Design Engineer, EV Charging

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ABB E-mobility is enabling zero-emission mobility as a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. We are a partner of choice for the world’s biggest EV OEMs and nationwide EV charging network operators, offering the widest portfolio of EV charging solutions from smart chargers for the home to high-power chargers for the highway stations of the future, solutions for the electrification of fleets and charging for electric buses and trucks. With over 1,800 employees around the world, ABB E-mobility has sold more than one million EV chargers across more than 85 markets, including over 50,000 DC fast chargers. As Thermal Design Engineer, you will contribute significantly to new EV charger systems design and analysis supporting product development projects by identifying and implementing innovative solutions. Leveraging your thermal and electro-mechanical engineering technical knowledge, you’ll oversee product development activities and will contribute to strategic technology plans, and the advancement and growth of our EV charger product line portfolio This position will be based in one of the following locations: Auburn Hills, MI, Columbia, SC, Raleigh, NC, or Milwaukee, WI

This position reports to

Director, R&D Hardware Engineering, E-mobility

Your responsibilities

• Drive applied research and development efforts focusing on innovative cooling technologies and HVAC systems for charging infrastructure, complementing experimental work with simulation efforts
• Design, build and test full scale cooling system prototypes and pilots through hands-on experimental work
• Conduct root cause analysis of thermal system defects
• Contribute to creative thinking around new charger system design
• Working with our suppliers to source components, responsible for building in-house system-level prototypes
• Define specifications and execute experimental validation tests of supplier offerings and in-house development efforts
• Work collaboratively in cross-functional project teams including product development teams, supply chain, operations, product management, etc.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Thermal Engineering or related field is required with a minimum of 2 -5 years of experience in thermal management of Heat transfer Master’s degree strongly preferred
• In lieu of having a degree, we will consider 6 or more years of directly related thermal management engineering experience
• Prefer direct experience in industries such as automotive (highly preferred), data centers, system drives, transportation, or similar industry
• Must have experience with HVAC cooling systems for batteries, power electronics, cabinets, buildings or similar
• Ability to design, build and test thermal systems, including cooling units, heat exchangers, fans, heatsinks, heat-pipes or two-phase cooling is required
• Expertise with Matlab, Labview (or similar) and CAD required; Familiarity with Solidworks is preferred
• A good mix between experimental (60%) and hands-on work (40%) with modeling/simulation/numerical work is strongly preferred for this role
• CFD and Ansys package experience are a plus
• Must be comfortable working in a highly collaborative, global team environment
• Excellent English language speaking, reading and writing skills and abilities are required
• Must be willing and comfortable performing hands-on work, with a can-do mindset
• Demonstrated ability to meet project timelines and deliverables is required
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 20% is required
• Salary range for this position: 80K to 115K
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Healthcare plan
• Wellbeing program

More about us

ABB E-mobility is a world leader in EV charging technology with a strong R&D pipeline and an unparalleled global reach. With our robust product portfolio of innovative holistic solutions – from grid to charge point and domestic installations to large fleet depots – we are actively enabling the future of e-mobility, not just predicting it. The exciting developments within this sector perfectly align with our Mission to Zero initiative, aiming to support cleaner and greener communities for all. We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [email protected] Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI-Hybrid