BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; Masters or PhD preferred
5-8+ years in turbomachinery design or operation
Strong grasp of fluid mechanics and heat transfer principles
Experience with numerical simulation and modeling
Proficient in data analysis and technical evaluation
Familiar with FMEA risk assessments
General proficiency in programming languages
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain thermal-fluid system models for gas turbine cooling
Simulate transient heating effects to optimize assembly gaps
Utilize simulation tools for fluid dynamics and heat transfer analysis
Interpret simulation outcomes to inform design decisions
Contribute to detailed design and improvements of gas turbine components
Analyze operational data to enhance product reliability
Collaborate with multifunctional teams for design integration
Benefits
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture
Company paid health and wellness benefits
Paid time off and holidays
401K savings plan with company match
Family building benefits
Parental leave
Full Job Description
A Snapshot of Your Day
As a Thermal Fluid Engineer, you'll use advanced fluid dynamics and heat transfer analysis to shape the performance and reliability of large gas turbines. You'll design and analyze internal cooling air systems, secondary air systems, and component clearances using advanced simulation tools, while collaborating with a global engineering team on both new product development and service initiatives. Your work will directly influence turbine efficiency, durability, and continuous improvement across the fleet.
How You'll Make an Impact
60% Thermal-Fluid System Modeling & Simulation
Develop and maintain complex models to describe the cooling air supply for hot gas-path components in gas turbines.
Simulate transient heating and thermal expansion of the entire turbine to determine optimal assembly gaps and clearances.
Utilize a combination of in-house and commercial simulation software to perform fluid dynamics and heat transfer analyses.
Analyze and interpret simulation results to validate models against empirical data and derive design-relevant conclusions.
40% Design, Analysis & Improvement
Contribute to the conceptual and detailed design of gas turbines, specifically focusing on the secondary air system and clearance design.
Evaluate operational data, prototype findings, and fleet feedback to support design improvements and enhance product reliability.
Participate in risk assessments, such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), for new and modified designs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project management, component engineering, and manufacturing to ensure design feasibility and integration.
What You BringRequired
BS Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering, or related field. Masters or PhD preferred.
5-8+ years experience in design, development, or operation of turbomachinery
Core Engineering Principles for Fluid Mechanics and/or heat transfer
Numerical Simulation & Modeling
Data Analysis, Complex Technical Analysis
Risk Assessment (FMEA)
General Programming Languages
Intercultural Collaboration
Preferred
Gas Turbines Systems & Components, or similar
Mechanical Engineering
Thermodynamics
Finite Element Method (FEM)
Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
About the Team
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.
Rewards/Benefits
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture
Company paid Health and wellness benefits
Paid Time Off and paid holidays
401K savings plan with company match
Family building benefits
Parental leave
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