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Power Systems Mfg., LLC, a Hanwha company · 3 months ago

Senior Aerodynamics Engineer

Power Systems Mfg., LLC, a Hanwha company, is a world class provider of advanced Industrial Gas Turbine components, upgrades and services. They are looking for a talented Aerodynamics and Durability Engineer to join their team in providing next generation solutions to their growing customer base.

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Responsibilities

Design and analyze axial turbine components to meet aerodynamic and durability criteria. Analyze new designs and modifications to existing designs for improved power output, aerodynamic efficiency, durability, and other relevant criteria
Perform throughflow and mean-line analysis of gas turbine compressors and turbines to provide input for cycle output, efficiency, etc
Incorporate secondary air flow and components cooling flows into 3D CFD analysis for final design verification. Utilize appropriate design/analysis tools, such as flow circuit programs, FEM and CFD models
Interface with other technical disciplines such as performance, secondary flow, aerothermal, and structural engineering to develop designs that meet all applicable criteria
Use existing tools and develop new tools for aerodynamic and CFD analysis of compressor and turbine components
Participate in internal discipline related meetings and training sessions, as well as external technical conferences and customer events
Mentor and train interns and less experienced peers
Adhere to all of PSM’s EHS and safety protocols
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

AerodynamicsCFD analysisTurbine designCommercial CFD softwareHeat transfer analysisMentoringInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in design and analysis of axial turbine components
Experience in commercial CFD software such as Star-CCM+, ANSYS CFX or Fluent is required
Strong modeling skills and ability to interpret analytical results are required
Ability to perform 1D hand calculations and utilize relevant formulas and correlations to verify results from software
Must complete EHS assigned regulatory training for work area as described by PSM's EHS Training Matrix
Ability to mentor and train less experienced engineers
Candidate must be self-starter with a can-do approach, able to work in a team environment, and be effective in communicating and decision-making
Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills required
Travel is required on an as needed basis

Preferred

Higher level education preferred (Master's Degree or PhD)
Emphasis on aerodynamics and CFD is preferred
Experience in the aerothermal design, analysis, and manufacturing of industrial/aircraft gas turbine engine components is preferred
Experience with cooled stationary and rotating turbine components is preferred
Familiarity with heat transfer analysis in high Reynolds number turbine environment

Company

Power Systems Mfg., LLC, a Hanwha company

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Since 1999, PSM has evolved from a leading supplier of technologically advanced aftermarket parts to a comprehensive multi-OEM gas turbine services provider providing our service capabilities worldwide.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Chris Johnston
Chief Operating Officer
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