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Kaizen Stackup

Thermal/Mechanical Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

Experience with thermal analysis and simulation tools such as Flowtherm or Icepak . * Familiarity with thermal interface materials (heat sinks, spreaders, greases, gap pads, etc.) is desirable.

NextHop AI

Thermal Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

Proficiency in thermal modeling tools such as Flotherm, Flotherm-XT, and/or IcePak. * Experience and deep working knowledge of data center air cooling technologies, practices, and strategies: * Vapor ...

Apple

Thermal Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

D. in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, or related field expertise with commercial CFD tools (Fluent, Icepak, AEDT, StarCCM+, FlowTherm, etc) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Knowledge ...

Netlist

Thermal / Mechanical Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Must have knowledge of thermal analysis/simulation tools (Flowtherm, Icepak, etc.)) * Knowledge of thermal materials (IC heat sinks and heat spreaders, thermal greases and epoxies, thermal gap pads ...

Netlist

Thermal / Mechanical Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Must have knowledge of thermal analysis/simulation tools (Flowtherm, Icepak, etc.)) * Knowledge of thermal materials (IC heat sinks and heat spreaders, thermal greases and epoxies, thermal gap pads ...

NextHop AI

Thermal Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Proficiency in thermal modeling tools such as Flotherm, Flotherm-XT, and/or IcePak. * Experience and deep working knowledge of data center air cooling technologies, practices, and strategies: * Vapor ...

Netlist

Thermal / Mechanical Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Must have knowledge of thermal analysis/simulation tools (Flowtherm, Icepak, etc.)) * Knowledge of thermal materials (IC heat sinks and heat spreaders, thermal greases and epoxies, thermal gap pads ...

PowerLattice

Lead Thermal Mechanical Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$175K - $225K/yr

Experience with thermal and thermo-mechanical simulation tools such as ANSYS, Icepak, COMSOL, Abaqus, or equivalent. * Experience developing thermal solutions for high-power semiconductor devices or ...

Foxconn WI

Cooling System Engineer

Mount Pleasant, WI

$70K - $80K/yr

Proficiency with CFD and thermal simulation tools (e.g., FloTHERM, Icepak, ANSYS, or similar). * Hands-on experience with thermal testing and measurement techniques (thermocouples, IR cameras ...

Hark

Product Design Engineer, Thermals

San Jose, CA · On-site

$151K - $181K/yr

Expert-level experience with thermal simulation tools (Icepak, Fluent, Ansys, or similar) and real world correlation * Deep experience with thermal module technologies - heat pipes, vapor chambers ...

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How much do icepak jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for icepak in the United States is $91,161.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $109,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Icepak job?

An Icepak job typically involves using Ansys Icepak, a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software, to model and analyze thermal performance in electronic systems. Professionals in this role work on cooling solutions for electronics by simulating airflow, heat transfer, and component temperatures. They often collaborate with design engineers to optimize thermal management in devices like circuit boards, data centers, and power electronics. Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and simulation tools is essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Icepak position, and why are they important?

To excel as an Icepak (specialist in using ANSYS Icepak thermal simulation software), you need a solid background in thermal engineering, electronics cooling, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD), often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Proficiency in using ANSYS Icepak, CAD tools, and familiarity with simulation workflows or thermal analysis certifications is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are valuable soft skills in this position. These skills are essential for accurately modeling thermal performance, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the reliability and efficacy of electronic systems in real-world applications.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working as Icepak specialists?

As an Icepak specialist, you may encounter challenging thermal design problems that require accurate simulation and optimization, often under tight project timelines. Coordinating simulation results with hardware teams and designers can also be complex, as it involves integrating multiple system requirements. Balancing model accuracy with simulation speed and managing changing project specifications are other common hurdles. However, overcoming these challenges builds valuable expertise in electronics cooling and opens opportunities for career advancement into senior engineering or thermal management roles.

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Thermal Simulation & Analysis

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Thermal Simulation & Analysis

Apptronik

Austin, TX • On-site

$103K - $136K/yr

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Posted 13 days ago

Job description

JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Mechanical Engineer - Thermal Simulation & Analysis is responsible for designing and optimizing thermal systems for Apptronik's humanoid robot, Apollo. This role focuses on solving complex thermal challenges across actuators, embedded compute, and battery systems within tightly constrained robotic architectures. The engineer will own major subsystems, contribute to system-level design decisions, and ensure thermal performance meets safety, reliability, and operational requirements.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Design and develop thermal management solutions (passive and active) for actuators, compute systems, and battery packs
Build and execute CFD and heat transfer simulations to guide design decisions
Perform transient thermal analysis for dynamic robot operation and varying duty cycles
Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and controls teams to integrate thermal solutions
Supports test plan creation by identifying critical thermal scenarios from CFD and transient models and defining corresponding instrumentation and test procedures.
Mentor junior level engineers and act as the technical escalation point for hardest problems.
Correlate simulation results with physical test data and refine models accordingly
Contribute to material selection (TIMs, heat spreaders, alloys) balancing performance, weight, and cost
Develop and document thermal design guidelines and best practices

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
Strong proficiency in CFD tools (e.g., Ansys Icepak, Fluent, or similar)
Solid understanding of heat transfer principles: conduction, convection, and radiation
Experience with transient thermal modeling and real-world duty cycles
Ability to perform first-order thermal calculations to guide design decisions
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
Experience working with physical hardware and test environments

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related field
At least 5-8 years of experience in thermal design and simulation for electromechanical systems


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
Hearing and speech to communicate

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