Mechanical Systems Design Engineer

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.

Created: 2026-04-02