Job Title: Senior Thermal Analyst / Mechanical Engineer Full Time and Part Time Openings Available Location: Orlando, FL Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Thermal Analyst / Mechanical Engineer in Orlando, FL. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing thermal systems and components for various applications. This role requires a deep understanding of thermal management principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities: + Design and develop thermal management solutions for electronic systems, including heat sinks, heat exchangers, and cooling systems. + Conduct thermal analysis and simulations using tools such as CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) and FEA (Finite Element Analysis). + Perform thermal testing and validation of prototypes and final products. + Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure thermal requirements are met. + Optimize thermal designs for performance, cost, and manufacturability. + Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. + Stay updated with the latest advancements in thermal management technologies and industry trends. Must-Have Qualifications: + Solid understanding of electronics cooling concepts, including experience with specifying external convection coefficients for military ground and airborne (helicopter) environments. + Experience with Equivalent Thermal Circuit (ETC) modeling. + Solid understanding of fan selection and duct design without reliance on CFD. + Experience with setting up thermal experiments and prototypes, including knowledge of thermocouple use and installation. + Solid understanding of predicting junction temperatures and managing chip-level cooling, including the selection of thermal gap fillers. + Experience with thermal analysis of ATR-style electronics chassis, including conduction and cold wall convection cooling, is a plus. + Experience with SolidWorks Thermal FEA is a plus. + Solid understanding of when and where to use CFD, with experience in CFD for airflow design being a plus. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $58.00 - $69.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • 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) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Orlando,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.