Lead Product Validation Engineer – Thermal

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and analysis of thermal validation activities for hardware products.

• Develop and implement comprehensive thermal test plans, methodologies, and validation strategies.
• Conduct hands-on thermal testing, including temperature measurements, heat dissipation analysis, and stress testing.
• Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and system engineering teams to optimize thermal designs.
• Document validation processes, test results, and provide clear technical reports to stakeholders.
• Support failure analysis and troubleshooting of thermal issues in prototypes and production units.
• Lead the end-to-end thermal validation and characterization of hardware products, with a focus on user comfort and system reliability.
• Design and execute thermal experiments, including heated head and other user-simulating tests.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts for data acquisition, automation, and analysis of thermal test results.
• Establish and document component and system-level thermal requirements, including surface temperature limits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, mechanical, and product) to optimize thermal design and mitigation strategies.
• Analyze test data, identify root causes of thermal issues, and drive corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in thermal management and validation.

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in thermal validation, testing, or thermal design for electronic products.
• Strong understanding of heat transfer principles, thermal simulation tools, and measurement techniques.
• Strong hands-on experience with thermal test equipment and methodologies, including heated head testing.
• Proficiency in Python for test automation and data analysis
• Hands-on experience with thermal test equipment (e.g., IR cameras, thermocouples, data loggers).
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving in thermal domains.
• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with consumer electronics, wearables, or high-density electronic systems.
• Familiarity with regulatory and safety standards for thermal performance.
• Proficiency in thermal simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, FloTHERM, COMSOL).
• Experience with automation and scripting for data collection and analysis (e.g., Python, MATLAB).
• Knowledge of materials science as it relates to thermal management.

• Work on innovative products that push the boundaries of technology and user experience.
• Collaborate with world-class engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Opportunity to grow as a technical leader in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.