Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (Master's or PhD preferred)
5+ years of experience in axial turbine design and analysis
Proficiency in commercial CFD software (e.g., Star-CCM+, ANSYS CFX, Fluent)
Strong analytical skills for interpreting results and performing hand calculations
Experience in aerothermal analysis and manufacturing of gas turbine components
Ability to mentor and train junior engineers
Effective team collaborator with strong communication skills
Responsibilities
Design and analyze turbine components for aerodynamic performance and durability
Perform throughflow and mean-line analysis of gas turbine components
Incorporate cooling flows into 3D CFD analysis for design verification
Collaborate with various engineering disciplines to achieve design objectives
Develop and utilize tools for aerodynamic analysis of turbine components
Attend technical conferences and engage in training sessions
Mentor interns and junior engineers as part of team development
Benefits
Contribute to cutting-edge technology in gas turbine components
Opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in the aerospace field
Involvement in training and mentoring the next generation of engineers
Participation in external technical conferences
Supportive company culture focused on safety and compliance
Full Job Description
POSITION: Senior Aerodynamics Engineer
LOCATION: Jupiter, FL
STATUS: Salary-exempt
JOB SUMMARY
PSM is a world class provider of advanced Industrial Gas Turbine components, upgrades and services. We are looking for a talented Aerodynamics and Durability Engineer to join our team in providing next generation solutions to our growing customer base.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:
Design and analyze axial turbine components to meet aerodynamic and durability criteria. Analyze new designs and modifications to existing designs for improved power output, aerodynamic efficiency, durability, and other relevant criteria.
Perform throughflow and mean-line analysis of gas turbine compressors and turbines to provide input for cycle output, efficiency, etc.
Incorporate secondary air flow and components cooling flows into 3D CFD analysis for final design verification. Utilize appropriate design/analysis tools, such as flow circuit programs, FEM and CFD models.
Interface with other technical disciplines such as performance, secondary flow, aerothermal, and structural engineering to develop designs that meet all applicable criteria.
Use existing tools and develop new tools for aerodynamic and CFD analysis of compressor and turbine components.
Participate in internal discipline related meetings and training sessions, as well as external technical conferences and customer events.
Mentor and train interns and less experienced peers
Adhere to all of PSM's EHS and safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education & Training
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Higher level education preferred (Master's Degree or PhD)
Emphasis on aerodynamics and CFD is preferred.
Must complete EHS assigned regulatory training for work area as described by PSM's EHS Training Matrix
Skills/Experience
5+ years of experience in design and analysis of axial turbine components.
Experience in commercial CFD software such as Star-CCM+, ANSYS CFX or Fluent is required.
Strong modeling skills and ability to interpret analytical results are required.
Ability to perform 1D hand calculations and utilize relevant formulas and correlations to verify results from software.
Experience in the aerothermal design, analysis, and manufacturing of industrial/aircraft gas turbine engine components is preferred.
Experience with cooled stationary and rotating turbine components is preferred.
Familiarity with heat transfer analysis in high Reynolds number turbine environment.
Ability to mentor and train less experienced engineers.
Candidate must be self-starter with a can-do approach, able to work in a team environment, and be effective in communicating and decision-making.
Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills required.
