Turbine Aerodynamics Engineer EECD04 ENGINEER

Job Description :

Industry : Energy - Oil / Refinery / Drilling

Job Category : Engineering - Other 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

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years we ve been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Security Clearance Required : No

Visa Candidate Considered : No

Compensation

Base Salary - USD $125925 to $157406

• Never repost

Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - Yes

Commission Compensation - No

Bonus Eligible - No

Overtime Eligible - No

Interview Travel Reimbursed - No

Candidate Details

7 to 10 years experience

Seniority Level - Mid-Senior

Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - Bachelors Degree

Willingness to Travel - Never

Screening Questions

Have you previously worked as an aerodynamics engineer (no heat transfer)

Key Skills

Apprentice,English,HR Management,Apache Tomcat,Fire Fighting,AC Maintenance

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1