This role pays more than
54%
of similar roles. Most pay
$156,231–$215,125
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$182k
versus about
$186k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About Flex (Flextronics)
Flex (formerly Flextronics) is a global technology, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions provider helping companies design, build, and deliver products across industries. Industry: Electronics Manufacturing Services
Flex (Flextronics) currently has
29 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$118,300–$162,600
across 15 roles with salary data.
The Principal Thermal Mechanical Engineer joins the engineering team to provide technical leadership and mentorship during early product development and maturation phases. This role involves leading the design, analysis, and optimization of complex fluid systems for liquid cooling, including cold plates, pumps, tubing, and heat exchangers for computer processing chipsets. The engineer performs fluid flow simulations, calculates pressure drops and thermal performance, and develops engineering specifications while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Key responsibilities include collaborating with customers on technical integrations, conducting research to identify technical gaps, and managing the product lifecycle from initial CAD concepts to final drawings. Required expertise includes fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer, utilizing SolidWorks for complex part assemblies and GD&T. The role addresses critical thermal management challenges in data center infrastructure by enabling higher coolant temperatures and more complete heat capture.
Fluid Dynamics
Thermodynamics
Heat Transfer
Mechanical Design
Thermal Management
Liquid Cooling
Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs)
Product Development
Simulation
Validation Testing
Technical Documentation
Data Center Infrastructure