Thermal Systems Lead Engineer (Performance Optimization, Modeling/Simulation)

Location: Virtual/remote, Davidson, North Carolina, United States

Annual base salary: $95,700–$199,300

Company

Develops sustainable, efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes, transportation, and data centers.

What you will do

• Build and run detailed CFD and simulation models for integrated data center thermal systems.
• Analyze thermal, fluid, and electrical performance across operating conditions and failure scenarios.
• Define simulation requirements, validate model accuracy with testing and real-world data, and influence system-level reference designs.
• Provide performance simulation data for customer-specific designs and develop system selection and configuration tools.
• Model customer KPIs including PUE, WUE, and carbon emissions reduction.
• Coach junior engineers and represent the company in industry standards bodies such as ASHRAE.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering.
• Expertise with modeling and simulation software such as CFD and Ansys.
• Strong programming skills in Python or MATLAB for data analysis and automation.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer.
• Experience modeling complex, multi-component systems and working across engineering disciplines.
• Ability to speak and write in English, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and communicate with customers and external partners.

Nice to have

• Data center or high-tech engineering design experience.
• Experience with PLC controls, onsite power generation, or backup power distribution.
• Knowledge of HVAC products, components, and systems.
• Experience with Autodesk Forma.

Culture & Benefits

• Health insurance and wellness programs begin on day one.
• 401(k) match up to 6% plus an additional 2% core contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, volunteer leave, and parental leave options.
• Educational programs, tuition assistance, and student debt support.