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Mechanical Systems Design Engineer
Job Description
Contract Professionals, Inc.
Job Title: Thermal Management Engineer –HVAC & Vehicle Systems
Location: Sterling Heights, MI (Onsite)
Position Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $46.43 –$50.00/hour
Position Overview
Contract Professionals, Inc. Is seeking a Thermal Management Engineer to support the design, development, and release of heating, cooling, and ventilation subsystems for military ground vehicle platforms. This role focuses on powerpack (engine/transmission) cooling, electronics thermal management, and crew cabin HVAC integration.
The selected candidate will support subsystem architecture, supplier coordination, and validation efforts across prototype and production vehicle programs.
Key Responsibilities
•Design and integrate thermal management systems including powerpack, electronics, and crew HVAC systems
•Derive vehicle-level performance requirements and develop engineering design specifications
•Perform fluid flow analyses to size and optimize distribution systems
•Develop alternative design concepts and conduct trade studies
•Design, select, and integrate HVAC components and subsystems
•Track weight, cost, thermal, and power allocations
•Develop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and release drawings per Engineering Release Plan (ERP)
•Prepare SOWs, CIDS, ICDs, SSPs, and support RFP activities
•Conduct supplier source selection and evaluate technical proposals
•Provide technical oversight to suppliers during design development and validation
•Support prototype builds, create test plans, execute tests, and generate validation reports
•Conduct lab-based engineering evaluations
•Lead investigation and corrective action for production or field issues
•Develop ROMs, BOEs, and project plans for future efforts
•Present at formal design reviews and prepare technical reports
Required Qualifications
•Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
•5+ years of thermal or mechanical systems engineering experience
•Strong understanding of mechanical and thermal engineering principles
•Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities
•Ability to travel up to 20% as required
•Ability to obtain a U.S. Security clearance
•U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications
•Experience supporting ground combat vehicle programs
•Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup
•Experience managing supplier technical development
•Experience performing fluid flow analysis and HVAC component integration
Work Environment Requirements
•Onsite position
•Ability to climb on/off and work in/around military vehicles
•Must meet ASR requirements
•Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends
About Contract Professionals, Inc.
Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) is a workforce solutions provider supporting defense, aerospace, and advanced engineering programs nationwide. CPI connects experienced professionals with mission-critical initiatives supporting national security.
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.
NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.
Meet Your Recruiter
Joe Fisher
Technical Recruiter
I am a seasoned Technical Recruiter and retired U.S. Army Human Resources Specialist with two decades of experience building high-performing teams within government and defense; holding active Secret Clearance. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for directing the full recruiting cycle while providing the optimal candidate and stakeholder experience, as well as for building robust candidate pipelines and relationship networks to proactively meet hiring and staffing needs.
Currently, I am a Technical Recruiter with Contract Professionals Inc. I conduct full cycle recruiting, sourcing specialized engineering and IT positions for civilians and veterans, while piloting the successful placement of qualified candidates into approved government projects and programs. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, business partners, and hiring teams to ensure the company’s recruitment support structure is driving the business forward with minimal expenditures.
Colleagues describe me as a loyal, progressive, driven, down-to-earth, strategic and innovative recruiting expert who can be relied on to offer superior human resources solutions for complex corporate challenges.