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Southwest Research Institute · 5 months ago

RESEARCH ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Computational Thermofluid Engineer

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

1+ years exp

Southwest Research Institute is a leader in engineering R&D focusing on propulsion and energy systems. They are seeking a Senior Research Engineer to support the development and testing of power generation and propulsion systems, particularly in combustion applications, utilizing advanced computational models and CFD software.

Innovation ManagementMarket ResearchMechanical EngineeringNon ProfitProduct Research

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support the development, analysis, and testing of power generation and propulsion systems, with a specific focus on combustion applications

Engage in the development of advanced computational models to explore complex combustion phenomena, contributing to cutting-edge research in thermofluids, power generation, and propulsion systems

Utilize expertise in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, gas dynamics, and combustion processes to optimize designs and improve performance in power generation and propulsion systems

Leverage state-of-the-art Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software, including Ansys Fluent, Converge, and OpenFOAM to simulate flow conditions and analyze combustion processes in power generation and propulsion systems

Integrate experimental insights with simulation data to validate models and develop predictive capabilities for combustion processes in power generation and propulsion systems operating under extreme conditions

Provide cross-disciplinary support to multiple projects within the field of combustion, focusing mainly on computational tasks

Conduct design, optimization, and validation of combustion processes using CFD

Contribute to the design of combustion processes for power generation and propulsion systems

Assist in executing experimental test campaigns, including data acquisition, processing, and analysis, to support model validation

Be a problem solver that exercises creativity and independent judgement in developing approaches to address a wide range of technical challenges

Qualification

CFD simulationsCombustion processesThermofluidsAnsys FluentOpenFOAMMechanical designData analysisProblem solving

Required

Requires a Masters or a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering degree

1 yr experience required with MS degree, 0 yr experience required with PhD in relevant areas

1-5 years: Demonstrated experience in CFD simulations of thermofluids and combustion processes

1-5 years: Experience in computationally-aided design of propulsion and power generation systems

1-5 years: Demonstrated proficiency in using CFD software such as Ansys Fluent, Converge, STAR-CCM+, or OpenFOAM for simulating and analyzing combustion processes

A valid/clear driver's license is required

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen