Senior Thermal Management Senior Engineer
Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Employment Type: Contract | Hours: 40 hrs./week, Mon–Fri
$78-$84/hourly
About the Role:
You will lead the design, development, and release of advanced thermal management and HVAC subsystems supporting complex vehicle platforms. This role is critical to ensuring reliable heating, cooling, and ventilation performance for powertrain, electronics, and crew environments. You will collaborate cross-functionally and guide suppliers to deliver high-quality, mission-ready solutions.
Lead mechanical and thermal design of HVAC systems for powertrain, electronics, and crew cabin applications
Develop vehicle-level thermal performance requirements and engineering design specifications
Perform 1-D fluid flow analysis to size and optimize thermal distribution systems
Design, select, and integrate HVAC components and subsystems
Conduct trade studies and evaluate alternative design concepts
Prepare CAD studies and support development of engineering models and drawings
Manage weight, cost, thermal, and power allocations
Develop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and support drawing releases
Support supplier selection, technical evaluations, and design reviews
Oversee supplier design development, validation activities, and corrective actions
Support prototype builds, testing, and production issue resolution
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Extensive experience in thermal or mechanical engineering roles (senior-level experience preferred)
Strong understanding of thermal systems, heat transfer, and HVAC principles
Proficiency in 1-D fluid system modeling and heat exchanger sizing
Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities
Familiarity with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup
Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
Ability to travel up to 20% as needed
Experience supporting military or heavy vehicle platforms
Background in supplier management and technical oversight
Experience preparing SOWs, RFP documentation, and technical reports
Eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance
Role may require working in and around vehicle platforms and confined spaces
Occasional evening or weekend work may be required based on project needs
Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and advanced engineering solutions
Exciting, research-driven projects with real-world impact
Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development
Competitive perks and incentives tailored to each contract position
About Us:
Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI), founded by an Air Force veteran, is an award-winning talent solutions company connecting top talent with leading employers in defense, aerospace, and mobility industries. https://www.cpijobs.com/
Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) is a global, service disabled veteran owned workforce solutions company, which specializes in finding engineering and IT employment opportunities for both civilians and military veterans.
With more than 37 years of industry experience, CPI is proud to represent the most inclusive, innovative and reputable Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies in the United States and select foreign countries.
CPI has received multiple awards for our exceptional service to military veterans, including several from the 101 Best and Brightest Place to Work for Committee, Local, Elite and National 2015 - 2018.
CPI was also honored to receive the prestigious Veteran Owned Business of the Year Award 2016 from the SBA, Michigan. In addition, CPI is proud to be named one of Crain’s Detroit Cool Places to Work for the third year in a row, placing in the top 20 each year 2016 - 2018.
To learn more about engineering and IT employment opportunities or to learn how CPI can help you solve your business challenges with specialized workforce solutions, please visit us today at www.cpijobs.com.