Principal Thermal Mechanical Engineer
Job Posting Start Date 05-05-2026 Job Posting End Date 08-28-2026
At JetCool, a Flex company, we're at the forefront of liquid cooling innovation, delivering advanced solutions that empower our partners in AI and high-performance computing. United by a shared purpose, our teams are pushing the limits of what's possible and tackling complex challenges.
A career at JetCool offers the opportunity to make a real impact by helping build smarter, more sustainable data centers. Together, we're not just advancing technology - we're redefining cooling standards to create a more sustainable tomorrow.
Job Summary
Summary:
The "Systems Engineer" will be based in ......., reporting to ......
This role will be accountable for designing, defining, and implementing system requirements for complex customer systems/products and/or preparing studies and researching existing systems prior to the transition to manufacturing for new product introduction.
Responsibilities:
- Defines system specifications, input/output processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility.
- Coordinates design of subsystems and integration of total system.
- Identifies, explores, and resolves program deficiencies.
- Provides complex software development and consultation to prospective users.
- Tracks customer/project issues and drives resolution.
- Serves as main Project Development Engineer.
- Develops and maintains project schedule.
- Prepares and maintains Engineering NRE estimates.
- Interfaces with and guides customer product development calls and meetings.
- Acknowledges customer inquiries concerning complex system software and applications.
- Accountable for systems level development and testing requirements involving finalizing approved Vendor Lists and design of components which are unavailable.
- Provides complex technical assistance for sales presentations, product demonstrations, installation, and maintenance of company products to ensure that the system is functioning according to specifications.
- Provides technical direction, as required, for the implementation of industry regulations and best practices as they apply to product/systems.
- Develops product specifications where applicable.
- Develops and/or approves test plans and test reports.
- Defines pre-production system build logistics and deployment schedules.
- Develops engineering release documentation.
- Builds mini applications, as required, based on customer requirements to demonstrate feasibility of an application, often requiring rapid prototyping.
- Ensures ISO process conformance.
- Typically requires bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience and training.
- Typically requires 10 years of industry experience.
- Demonstrates advanced operations, technical and people and/or process skills as well as customer (external and internal) relationship skills.
- Demonstrates detailed expertise in very complex functional/ technical area or broad breadth of knowledge in multiple areas; understands the strategic impact of the function across sites
- Demonstrates mastery of expertise in multiple areas and industry
- Impacts the medium-term (semi-annual/annual) direction and financial or operational success of the function.
- Approves and/or creates functional processes or technologies.
- Executes and provides input to functional strategic plans and objectives for site.
- Assists in developing plans for structuring and implementing major initiatives.
- Defines/ determines and approves functional methods, standards, policies and procedures. Makes decisions for sections/sub-functions. Decisions may affect multiple sections/sub-functions. Decisions may affect the site.
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- Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
$153,500.00 USD - $211,000.00 USD Annual
Job Category
Design, Process & Technology Engineering
Is Sponsorship Available?
No
JetCool is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at JetCool, you must complete the application process first).
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- FSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
- Company Outings
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Lunch and Learns
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Woman founded/led
- Unconscious Bias Training