Caterpillar, Inc

Turbine Aerodynamics Design Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$128K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
  • Several years of relevant gas turbine aerodynamics experience
  • Current experience with 1-D, 2-D, and 3-D aero design tools
  • Proficient with coding in Python, C, C++, or similar languages
  • Experience interfacing with other design disciplines
  • Ability to multitask and handle complex tasks effectively

Responsibilities

  • Apply engineering principles and skills in a collaborative team environment
  • Develop analytical tools and software for aerodynamic design improvements
  • Engage actively in team discussions and brainstorming
  • Work effectively within interdisciplinary team settings
  • Participate in the development and maintenance of design systems and methods
  • Support the resolution of product durability and manufacturing issues
  • Assist in qualification test planning and execution

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Career Development programs
  • Incentive bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Family leave and adoption benefits
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Engineering

Job Description:

The Turbine Aerodynamics Group has technical responsibility for the the aerodynamic design and analysis of Solar's gas turbines, including preliminary and detailed definition of flow path and airfoils, preliminary and detailed design of turbine exhaust diffusers and collectors, and qualification test planning and execution. The Turbine Aerodynamics Group supports new engine programs and core products, including uprates and upgrades, and further supports the timely resolution of product durability, manufacturing and field issues. The Group also develops and maintains many of their own methods and tools, in addition to utilizing commercially available software. The Turbine Aerodynamics Engineer will collaborate frequently with the Mechanical Design, Heat Transfer and Performance Groups to ensure that designs meet program requirements for manufacturability, cost, durability and performance. He/She will also participate in the development and maintenance of design systems, methods and tools to accomplish the Group accountabilities.

The successful candidate will:
  • Actively apply principles, theories, and concepts with his/her engineering and analytical skills working in a tight-knit team
  • Develop analytical tools / software to improve aerodynamic design and predictive capabilities
  • Be highly engaged in team discussions and brainstorming activities
  • Work effectively in inter/intra-disciplinary team settings


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
  • Several years of relevant gas turbine aerodynamics experience
  • Current experience and familiarity with 1-D, 2-D and 3-D aero design tools and methods
  • Proficient with coding using Python, C, C++ or similar tools
  • Experience interfacing with other design disciplines to develop aerodynamic technologies
  • Willingness to multitask and handle complicated and challenging tasks efficiently


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
  • Advanced gas turbine aerodynamics experience
  • Familiarity with state-of-the-art aerodynamic technologies applicable to cooled and uncooled turbine blades and nozzles
  • Demonstrated experience with automation of design processes including CFD pre- and post-processing
  • Experience with ANSYS CFX, and/or STAR CCM, and geometry-creation tools including Creo


Domestic relocation is available for this position.

This full-time position requires working onsite 5 days a week

Target Salary Range:

$128,470.00 - $160,590.00

Annual incentive bonus opportunity

Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement


* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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