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American Industrial Heat Transfer, Inc

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Sales Applications Engineer

La Crosse, VA · On-site

$18 - $30/hr

American Industrial Heat Transfer is looking for a Sales Application Engineer to work in our office located in La Crosse Virginia. This is located between Richmond Virginia and Raleigh North Carolina.

API Heat Transfer

Aluminum Mig &Tig Welder

Franklin, WI

$19.50 - $25.50/hr

API Heat Transfer is looking for people who enjoy being part of a transformation. Join Our Team as ... Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues * Maintain a clean and safe work ...

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API Heat Transfer

Aluminum Mig &Tig Welder

Franklin, WI

$19.50 - $25.50/hr

API Heat Transfer is looking for people who enjoy being part of a transformation. Join Our Team as ... Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues * Maintain a clean and safe work ...

New

API Heat Transfer

Aluminum Mig &Tig Welder

Franklin, WI · On-site

$19.50 - $25.50/hr

API Heat Transfer is looking for people who enjoy being part of a transformation. Join Our Team as ... Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues * Maintain a clean and safe work ...

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How much do heat transfer engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 8, 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 are some typical projects or responsibilities for a Heat Transfer Engineer on a daily basis?

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 in the Heat Transfer Engineer position, and why are they important?

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.

What is a Heat Transfer Engineer job?

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.

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Infographic showing various Heat Transfer Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,107 per year, or $46.2 per hour.
Advanced Cooling Design Engineer

Advanced Cooling Design Engineer

API Heat Transfer

Buffalo, NY

$95K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description


Build the Future of Cooling –

API is growing like never before as we enter into the refrigeration market, developing new technologies, building methodologies and inventing the equipment to do it. We’re looking for an Advanced Cooling Design Engineer to join our team of thermal transfer professionals who enjoy both the digital and physical work of getting things done. Help engineer the next generation of heat transfer technology powering AI, hyperscale data centers, advanced manufacturing, energy infrastructure, and the world’s most demanding thermal applications.

We are looking for a highly driven, creative engineer ready to help drive explosive growth within one of the fastest evolving sectors in industrial technology. This is not a maintenance engineering role, this is an opportunity to design, innovate, and build the future alongside a world-class global engineering team.

What We Offer You:

  • Opportunity to learn from and contribute to a premier, global engineering team!
  • Be part of leading-edge technology for the heat transfer industry.
  • Ability to impact customers across multiple industries.
  • Full health & welfare benefits, 401(k), PTO, and developmental opportunities!
  • Opportunity to travel 15% to API locations, clients and trade shows.
  • Salary Range: $95,000/year - $115,000/year

What You Will Do:

The Advanced Cooling Design Engineer will support our growing sales and design efforts by creating and managing designs for new product development projects, functioning as the dedicated CAD operator of the data center team. This position requires an individual with an expert level knowledge of SolidWorks, a high level of creativity, design for manufacturability knowledge, and excellent time management and communication skills.

  • Creation of new parts in the ERP system, manufacturing Bill Of Materials (BOM), and 3D modeling / 2D prints for production and customer approval.
  • Develop/execute the application engineering technology simulation into the heat exchanger design.
  • Work closely with both Application Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to develop the next generation of cooling equipment.
  • Develop and manage product assemblies with integration of heat exchanger designs as required.
  • Assist the Project Engineer and Applications Engineer in detailing the standard costs of product designs.
  • Support manufacturing – fix, update and maintain BOMs, fix part info & drawings, provide drawings & answer questions as needed.
  • Author and distribute technical documents as required.
  • Support the team with validating each other’s output, analysis of results, and other efforts to produce world-class products.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to construct project scope and determine costs and manufacturing feasibility.
  • Collaborate on special projects with project team.
  • Contribute to setting project team priorities and provide technical leadership.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in heat exchanger technology.
  • Collect and share technology/application/market/competitor information.

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering - heat transfer is specialization preferred or 10 years of proven industry experience in lieu of degree
  • Expert level knowledge and operation of SolidWorks CAD software.
  • Ability to set up & develop smart, self-generating automated 3D models and assemblies in Solidworks.
  • Setup and use automated features for 2D print generation.
  • Product knowledge and/or design experience of Aluminum bar & plate, shell & tube, plate heat exchangers preferred, with a specialization on refrigeration applications
  • New product development processes and procedure experience.
  • Up to date on AI trends in 3D modeling and able to implement AI into modeling and assemblies preferred.
  • Knowledge of the data center industry is preferred.
  • Collaborative, analytical, and solution focused.
  • Experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment desired.

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