Thermal Design Engineer

At Meta, we aim to bring together cross-disciplinary minds in one place to deliver on our mission: build tools that help people feel connected, anytime, anywhere. As a Thermal Design Engineer, you will take a critical role in developing systems for wearables and/or new technology initiatives. You will be part of a team exploring and developing products over the full lifecycle, from prototypes to mass-production. You will work as part of a cross functional team requiring collaboration in domains inside and outside thermal and fan engineering. This role intersects many disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, and software engineering. Proven experience in solving complex problems, embracing ambiguity, and proactively identifying solutions while working with a wider team is essential.

Thermal Design Engineer Responsibilities:

Develop physics-based thermal models using programming languages such as MatLAB, Python, or Julia
Support the design, development, and optimization of part, sub-system, and system level design through collaboration with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and software
Develop part and sub-system thermal and fan models using CFD and CAD tools
Develop and optimize thermal designs while integrating new thermal technologies through partnering with mechanical and electrical engineers
Support sub-system and system-level thermal verification through prototype testing
Support the development of thermal control systems while building prototypes to test on physical HW

Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience in thermal design related to server/hardware, advanced packaging, or wearables
Fundamentals in heat transfer, thermal/fluid sciences, or related physics
Background in modeling using CAD and CFD tools, such as Fluent, StarCCM+, FloEFD or similar
Experience in empirical testing and model correlation
Experience in programming with a scripting language such as Mat Lab, Python, or Julia, to support development of models and automation tools

Preferred Qualifications:

Experienced in developing consumer-electronics devices or similar field
Experience developing analytical, physics-based thermal models
Familiar with the latest state-of-the art in thermal materials, such as graphite spreaders, aerogels, thermal interface materials, heatpipes, vapor-chambers, and fans
Familiarity with control theory as applied to thermal management systems
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Knowledge and applied applications in statistical analysis to gain insights in the performance of large numbers of devices
Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies

About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and Whats App further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
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United States of America: $118,000/year to $170,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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