Staff Engineer, Thermal

Samsung Semiconductor

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Jose, CA
Salary: $163,000–$253,000 / yr
Posted: 1 day ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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About Samsung Semiconductor

Samsung Semiconductor is the global semiconductor business unit of Samsung Electronics, designing and manufacturing memory chips, logic semiconductors, and foundry solutions for a broad range of applications.

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TL;DR · Staff Engineer, Thermal

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Samsung is seeking a Staff Engineer for Thermal Analysis in San Jose, CA. This role involves developing reduced-order thermal models and rapid analysis methods to guide the architecture of memory products, executing high-fidelity thermal analyses at both component and system levels, and providing simulation solutions for semiconductor products. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex thermal challenges. Required qualifications include a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, 10+ years of experience, expertise in FloTHERM, and familiarity with CFD tools. Preferred candidates have experience in IC chip/package architectures, SiP thermal analysis, and AI applications. This position demands deep knowledge in Thermal Engineering and strong technical communication skills for documentation and presentations.

Skills

FloTHERM CFD Thermal Engineering Mechanical Engineering Heat Transfer Fluid Dynamics IC chip/package architectures SiP thermal analysis Artificial Intelligence

What you'll do

Develop reduced-order thermal models for memory product architecture.
Execute comprehensive thermal analysis at semiconductor component and system levels.
Provide rapid steady-state and transient simulation solutions for semiconductor products.
Validate thermal data through high-fidelity analysis methods.
Resolve complex thermal challenges with cross-functional teams.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 10+ years of experience
Expertise in thermal engineering and simulation tools like FloTHERM and CFD
Ability to develop reduced-order thermal models and rapid analysis methods
Experience executing high-fidelity thermal analysis at component and system levels
Strong collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and external partners

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