Gas Turbine Thermal System Engineer - Thermal, SAS, Whole Engine
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PowerTech is seeking a Gas Turbine Thermal System Engineer to lead thermal analysis for turbine components, secondary air and oil systems within turbojet and turbofan programs. The ideal candidate has 5 to 15+ years in aerospace or mechanical engineering with strong grounding in heat transfer, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, plus experience with Ansys Workbench or similar, FEA/CFD, and 1D flow tools such as Flomaster or Amesim. Strong programming skills (C, Matlab/Simulink) and the ability to mentor junior engineers are important, as is fluent English and good communication. To apply, tailor your resume to show thermal mapping, steady and transient analyses, system sizing, risk mitigation and testing guideline development. Be ready for onsite Abu Dhabi and collaboration with vendors.
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About Us
PowerTech is a leading innovator in propulsion technologies, specializing in cutting-edge microjets, turbofan engines, and internal combustion engines. We are dedicated to advancing propulsion systems through rigorous testing, precision engineering, and robust manufacturing processes.
Job Overview:
Thermal System Design Engineer will be responsible for carrying out the gas turbine component thermal analysis, secondary air system and oil system design & analysis activities within the turbojet & turbofan development programs. This role requires expert knowledge in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, gas turbine propulsion, planning for projects and ability to develop individuals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out component thermal analysis simulations for thermal mapping of the engine
- Carry out steady and transient thermal & secondary flows assessment in gas turbine engine components
- Carry out sizing and design studies for the oil / lubrication system, seals, sump, bearings & pumps.
- Develop numerical and experimental methods for method verification and validation
- Support other team members, develop junior engineers and provide constructive feedback
- Review the designs, simulations and generate testing guidelines
- Identify project risks and plan for mitigation
Qualifications & Experience:
- Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering degree or a related field.
- Strong background in gas turbine propulsion, heat transfer, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
- Fluent in English
- Experience: 5-15 years or more.
Skills:
- Technical skills in one or a combination of stated topics.
- Using commercial tools such as Ansys Workbench or similar.
- Experience in FEA, CFD or lower order simulation methods.
- Experience in 1D flow network software such as Flomaster and Amesim
- Experience in programming using C, Matlab/Simulink or similar.
- Awareness on the state-of-the-art technologies in materials, aerodynamics and structural mechanics to link with thermal system design for gas turbine propulsion
- Good communication and presentation skills to interact with team members, clients, and vendors.
- Ability to solve problems, prioritize tasks and delegate when necessary
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