Staff Thermal System Engineer

Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based mobility company, leveraging the latest technologies and world’s best talent to realize exciting new possibilities in mobility. We’re producing user-centric, technology-first vehicles to establish new paradigms in human-vehicle interaction. We’re not just seeking to change how our cars work – we’re seeking to change the way we drive. At FF, we’re creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact.

The Staff Thermal System Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing thermal management systems to ensure efficient heat transfer, cooling, and heating for equipment, machinery, or processes. This role involves applying principles of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer to meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements across industries like aerospace, automotive, energy, or manufacturing.

Responsibilities:
1. System Design & Component Release

• Spearhead architecture design of vehicle thermal systems (HVAC, battery cooling, powertrain thermal management), optimizing energy efficiency and weight reduction.
• Develop 3D models/2D drawings using CATIA V6: Design thermal components (ducts, brackets, heat exchangers) ensuring manufacturability, assembly feasibility, and compliance with OEM standards.
• Execute DRE (Design Release Engineer) duties:
• Release component drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications aligned with Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS).
• Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECN) and component lifecycle (from DV/PV validation to mass production).
• Secure on-time part availability for prototype builds (pre-production) and series production.

1. Simulation & Validation

• Perform 1D system simulations (Simulink/GT Suite) to predict thermal performance, efficiency, and control logic.
• Design and execute validation plans (bench/vehicle/environmental testing) for thermal robustness, NVH, and durability.
• Analyze test data (Motec, CANape, etc.) to drive design improvements and root-cause resolution.

1. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with battery, powertrain, and software teams to develop integrated thermal management strategies.
• Lead DFMEA activities for thermal systems to mitigate design risks.
• Manage supplier technical deliverables: Review designs, validate performance, and ensure compliance with targets.

1. Process Innovation

• Develop streamlined test procedures to accelerate validation cycles (target: 30% efficiency gain).
• Resolve thermal issues during manufacturing and vehicle testing.

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years in automotive thermal systems (EV/hybrid preferred).
• Proficiency in CATIA V6: Demonstrated experience in 3D modeling, 2D drawing release, and GD&T.
• DRE experience: Component release, PPAP, ECN management, and supplier coordination.
• Hands-on skills in 1D simulation tools (Simulink, GT Suite, Amesim).

• Master’s in Thermal/Fluid Dynamics or related field.
• EV thermal expertise: Battery/power electronics cooling, heat pump systems.
• CFD proficiency (Star-CCM+, Fluent) and data acquisition tools (CANape, Motec).
• Knowledge of automotive development cycles (ASPICE, V-Model).

(130K - 160K DOE), plus benefits and incentive plans