[Remote] Staff Thermal Design Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Nokia is a B2B technology innovation leader developing networks and cloud technologies. The Staff Thermal Design Engineer will develop, analyze, validate, and productionize thermal solutions for optoelectronic components while collaborating with cross-functional teams, vendors, manufacturing, and operations to meet performance, cost, yield, and cycle-time targets.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative thermal cooling solutions for cutting-edge optoelectronic components utilizing conduction, convection, and/or phase change based heat transfer
• Conduct thermal, thermo-mechanical, and mechanical FEA analyses to model and validate designs
• Lead experimental validation of thermal solutions to ensure performance meets specifications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop assembly procedures and optimize product designs
• Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) on proposed thermal designs to mitigate risks
• Create detailed production-level CAD models and drawings for manufacturing readiness
• Work closely with vendors to finalize specifications and manage procurement of thermal components
• Engage with manufacturing and operations to ensure new platforms meet cost, yield, and cycle time targets

Skills

• Expertise in FEA and CFD, with proficiency in ANSYS and FloTherm
• Solid experience with Pro/Engineer, Creo, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• MS or PhD (preferred) in Mechanical Engineering (0-10 years' experience)
• Knowledge of optical design principles and industry qualification specifications
• Familiarity with SQL databases and Agile product data management SW
• Experience in conducting experiments to validate modeling
• Understanding of thermal solution assembly procedures

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes
• Continuous learning opportunities
• Well-being programs to support you mentally and physically
• Opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups
• Mentoring programs
• Highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered

Company Overview

Nokia manufactures mobile devices, network infrastructure, and location-based technology for businesses. It is a sub-organization of Enscryb. It was founded in 1865, and is headquartered in Espoo, Southern Finland, FIN, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.nokia.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Nokia has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 105 in 2026, 262 in 2025, 264 in 2024, 259 in 2023, 250 in 2022, 296 in 2021, 287 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.