Thermal Engineer, Datastore Hardware
Pure StorageSanta Clara, California
Full Time
Posted June 22, 2026
$123k - $175k· Est.
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Job Description
And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events.
Key Responsibilities
- Everpure is seeking a Thermal Mechanical Engineer to lead the thermal and mechanical architecture of our DirectFlash Modules (DFMs) . This person will play a key role in designing next-generation in-house solutions with minimal guidance, while also partnering with JDMs to design, test, and integrate DFMs into new storage platforms. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, hands-on, and experienced in delivering high-quality designs for volume production.
- Lead the thermal and mechanical architecture for in-house DFM designs, ensuring solutions meet aggressive performance, reliability, and manufacturability targets.
- Perform advanced thermal simulations using high-fidelity CFD tools such as FloTHERM , Icepak , or equivalent to optimize airflow, heat sink design, and component temperatures.
- Drive simulation-to-test correlation by comparing model predictions with lab data, analyzing discrepancies in temperature, airflow, and pressure drop, and refining models for improved accuracy.
- Support system integration with ODM/JDM partners by developing detailed thermal models, reviewing slot-level aerodynamics, and ensuring successful thermal-mechanical integration into new storage systems.
- Partner with Product Engineering on design-for-manufacturing (DFx) considerations, including tooling, material selection, and design tradeoffs for high-volume manufacturing.
- Own the thermal-mechanical design lifecycle from concept, prototyping, and validation through sustaining engineering .
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Hardware, Product, Quality, Software, Test, Certification, and Operations teams to align deliverables with program schedules and system requirements.
Requirements
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 7+ years of experience in product design or a related engineering role
- Deep expertise in thermal simulation for electronics cooling, including extensive experience with FloTHERM , Icepak , or equivalent CFD tools
- Proven ability to perform simulation correlation with physical test data
- Strong 3D CAD skills with Pro/ENGINEER, Creo Parametric , or equivalent tools
- Strong understanding of sheet metal, die cast, injection-molded plastics, heat sinks, thermal interface materials, and airflow design
- Hands-on experience with detail design, prototyping, tolerance analysis, thermal tradeoffs, and DFx
- Track record of delivering high-quality, high-volume electronics products
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
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