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API Heat Transfer

Design Engineer

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

API Heat Transfer is seeking talented Design Engineers ! At API we take our culture transformation seriously! To help find the best fit for our positions and organization, we ask that you complete ...

S&B Engineers and Constructors

$103K - $136K/yr

... transfer equipment design, with a specific emphasis on Heat Recovery Steam Generators, for a project of moderate size and complexity (e.g., continuing services project involving a single engineering ...

API Heat Transfer

Design Engineer

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

API Heat Transfer is seeking talented Design Engineers ! At API we take our culture transformation seriously! To help find the best fit for our positions and organization, we ask that you complete ...

API Heat Transfer

Design Engineer

Buffalo, NY

$65K - $85K/yr

API Heat Transfer is seeking talented Design Engineers ! At API we take our culture transformation seriously! To help find the best fit for our positions and organization, we ask that you complete ...

API Heat Transfer

Design Engineer

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

API Heat Transfer is seeking talented Design Engineers ! At API we take our culture transformation seriously! To help find the best fit for our positions and organization, we ask that you complete ...

API Heat Transfer

Design Engineer

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

API Heat Transfer is seeking talented Design Engineers ! At API we take our culture transformation seriously! To help find the best fit for our positions and organization, we ask that you complete ...

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How much do heat transfer engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for heat transfer engineer in the United States is $96,107.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $108,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a heat transfer engineer?

A Heat Transfer Engineer is a specialized engineer who focuses on the study, design, and optimization of thermal systems. They analyze heat exchange in various applications, such as HVAC systems, power plants, and industrial processes, to improve energy efficiency and performance. Their work involves using simulation software, conducting experiments, and developing innovative solutions for temperature control and heat dissipation.

What does a heat transfer engineer do?

Heat Transfer Engineers often work on the design, analysis, and optimization of thermal systems such as heat exchangers, HVAC units, or cooling components in various industries. Their daily activities may include running thermal simulations, preparing technical reports, collaborating with project teams, and troubleshooting heat-related issues in existing systems. They also regularly participate in meetings to coordinate with design engineers, manufacturing teams, and clients, ensuring that solutions are practical and meet industry standards. This hands-on and collaborative nature of the role provides Engineers with continuous opportunities for learning and skill development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a heat transfer engineer?

To thrive as a Heat Transfer Engineer, you need a solid background in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer principles, typically supported by a degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with simulation software such as ANSYS or COMSOL, as well as CAD tools, is highly valuable, and professional engineering licensure can be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are important for interfacing with multidisciplinary teams and presenting technical findings. These competencies are crucial to designing efficient thermal systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring projects meet safety and performance standards.

How much do heat transfer engineers make?

Heat transfer engineers typically earn a median annual salary of around $80,000 to $110,000, depending on experience, education, and location. Senior roles or those with specialized skills in thermodynamics and computational modeling can earn higher salaries, often exceeding $130,000 annually.
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Infographic showing various Heat Transfer Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,107 per year, or $46.2 per hour.

Primary Heat Transfer (PHT) Component Engineer

Bellevue, WA • On-site

Protingent
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$69 - $115/hr

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Position Title: Primary Heat Transfer (PHT) Component Engineer
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Primary Heat Transfer (PHT) Component Engineer opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Oversight of first-of-a-kind large nuclear fluid pumps or shell-and-tube heat exchanger through design and manufacture.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities, ensuring project teams meet scope, technical performance, and schedule expectations.
  • Provide oversight to partners and subcontractors developing mechanical component designs for the reactor.
  • Provide technical direction and oversight of supplier projects, working with the Contract Administrator and Supplier Project Engineer to ensure delivery of data and other deliverables, as well as coordination and performance of technical reviews of deliverables.
  • Coordinate technical interfaces and handoffs between Company, partners, and interfacing project teams to enable cohesive design and fabrication strategies.
  • Identify, communicate, and help resolve emerging technical issues and risks, ensuring Engineering and Project Management are consistently informed.
  • Identify and ensure effective application of correct design codes into the design of plant components such as ASME, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA, etc.
  • Support planning efforts and maintain schedule adherence for design activities within a system, as well as their integration with an overall plant design delivery schedule.
  • Interface with the design team to create and manage drawing packages of system designs, including but not limited to Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 3D models, and system interface drawings.
  • Establish and maintain component requirements and specification documents, such as Engineering Design Specifications for major plant equipment.
  • Propose, initiate, and oversee testing programs for plant component qualification, as needed.
  • Generate design package for systems, sub-systems, and equipment designs including coordination of calculations, design reports, mechanical drawings, and engineering design specifications.
  • Work at Company is dynamic and evolutionary. As such, new responsibilities often arise, and you should be capable of and excited about learning and applying specialized skills

Job Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Mechanical or related discipline from an accredited university and 10+ years direct experience with proven mechanical systems skills.
  • Experience with component design and manufacture of rotating machinery or shell and tube heat exchangers
  • Supplier coordination and project management experience required
  • Experience with full hardware lifecycle, from cradle to grave
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience in fluid and structural analysis, tolerance analysis, and the ability to read engineering drawings.
  • Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence.
  • Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and lead a design team's effort with minimal direction.
  • Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives.
  • Ability to work on simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach.
  • The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
  • Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.
  • Travel Required: 0-5%

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Pay Rate Range: $69-$115/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
  • Location: 100% Remote
  • Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation - from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We're passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.#TerraPro
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