Mechanical Engineer - Mountain View, CA

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with expertise in thermal and fluid dynamics to design and optimize advanced cooling solutions for automotive and electronic systems. This role involves working on cutting-edge technologies such as fluid-cooled electronics and high-performance thermal management systems.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and document thermal and fluid system requirements.
• Design and validate cooling solutions using principles of conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Identify and select appropriate materials for thermal performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Perform fluid flow and pressure drop calculations for liquid cooling systems.
• Develop and implement fluid-cooled solutions for electronics and automotive components.
• Conduct thermal simulations and physical testing to ensure compliance with performance standards.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Practical experience in thermal and fluid dynamics.
• Hands-on work with liquid cooling systems for electronics or automotive applications.
• Proficiency in CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, SolidWorks Flow Simulation).
• Knowledge of heat transfer principles and thermodynamics.
• Familiarity with material properties for thermal applications.

• Experience in designing cooling systems for high-performance electronics such as gaming PCs or servers.
• Exposure to electric motor cooling or automotive thermal systems.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and CATIA.

The position is onsite in CA.

This is a Contract position based out of Mountain View, CA.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Mountain View,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $50 - $60