Thermal Design Engineer

Location: Warwick

Business Unit: UK

Job Type: Contract - Direct

Openings: 1

At Tata Technologies, we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering, and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers. Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a Thermal Design Engineer role.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Design Engineer – Thermal Systems to support the design and development of automotive thermal system components from concept through to production release. The role will be responsible for delivering robust, manufacturable and cost-effective designs, working closely with Thermal Systems, CAE, Manufacturing, Suppliers, Programme, Quality and other engineering functions. The successful candidate will be expected to take ownership of their assigned components, ensuring that design, packaging, interfaces, manufacturability, timing and technical requirements are managed throughout the product development lifecycle. A strong understanding of automotive development processes and component lead times is essential, with the ability to identify timing risks early and plan design activities accordingly.

Design and develop automotive cooling system components and assemblies

Develop concepts from initial requirements through to detailed design and production release

Translate system-level thermal and packaging requirements into robust component designs

Consider:

· Packaging and installation constraints | Working knowledge

· Thermal performance | Working knowledge

· Structural integrity | Strong working knowledge

· Vibration and durability | Strong working knowledge

· Serviceability | Strong working knowledge

· Manufacturing feasibility | Strong working knowledge

· Cost and weight | Working knowledge

Component and vehicle interfaces | Strong working knowledge

Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, specifications and programme requirements

Support design reviews and technical gateways

Create and maintain high-quality 3D CAD models and assemblies using CATIA V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX)

Produce and maintain engineering drawings, specifications and associated design documentation

Manage design data in accordance with company and programme configuration-management processes

Apply appropriate GD&T, datum strategies and tolerance principles

Ensure CAD models are correctly structured and suitable for downstream engineering, manufacturing and supplier activities

Experience with relevant components such as the following is desirable:

Radiators / Heat Exchangers

Pipes and hoses

Coolant distribution / manifold systems / e-Pumps & Valves

Expansion tanks

Cooling modules

Fans and fan shrouds

HVAC e-Compressor

Brackets, supports and associated hardware

Develop designs suitable for prototype & series production

Work closely with manufacturing engineers and suppliers to ensure designs are feasible within the intended manufacturing process

Identify manufacturing constraints early in the design process

Incorporate supplier feedback into design decisions

Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles

Understand the implications of manufacturing processes such as Injection moulding, Aluminium casting, Machining, Welding/brazing etc..

The Senior Design Engineer is expected to understand the relationship between design maturity, supplier lead time, tooling and programme timing They should proactively highlight situations where design maturity, drawing release or engineering changes could impact supplier tooling, prototype delivery, vehicle builds or production timing.

They should proactively highlight situations where design maturity, drawing release or engineering changes could impact supplier tooling, prototype delivery, vehicle builds or production timing.

Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related discipline

Significant experience in automotive design engineering, in a multi-disciplinary OEM or Tier 1 environment

Strong experience with CATIA V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX)

Good understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing principle

Experience working with suppliers and manufacturing teams

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

We thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed against the role criteria. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days, your application has not been successful; however, your details may be retained for future opportunities.