Roadrunner Venture Studios · 1 day ago
Turbo Machinery Advisor – Power Systems & Geothermal Systems - Contractor
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expRoadrunner Venture Studio is an early-stage geothermal company focused on developing efficient heat extraction and power generation systems. They are seeking a highly experienced Turbo Machinery Advisor to provide strategic guidance on turbomachinery design and power systems engineering while collaborating closely with the founding team.
Information TechnologyTechnical SupportVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Guide the turbine/expander development roadmap, ensuring alignment with long-term system architecture, commercial feasibility, and manufacturability
Provide senior-level mentorship to engineers and technical contributors, helping shape design approaches, testing priorities, and integration pathways
Recommend best practices in rotating machinery design, materials, thermodynamic cycle selection, and system optimization
Review and refine thermodynamic cycle models, system assumptions, and performance projections
Advise on blade geometry choices, flow efficiency strategies, and component-to-component integration
Evaluate alternative configurations for durability, maintenance needs, and operational constraints in geothermal environments
Oversight of prototype testing methodologies, including performance validation under realistic geothermal or steam-cycle conditions
Support the team in defining testing protocols, instrumentation needs, and risk-mitigation plans for rotating equipment
Provide guidance on safety standards, mechanical integrity requirements, and relevant codes associated with turbomachinery operation in geothermal and industrial settings
Advise on documentation and compliance expectations for early pilots and field deployments
Support evaluation of manufacturing pathways, vendor selection, and component sourcing for small-scale, high-efficiency turbine systems
Recommend quality assurance and reliability frameworks suitable for early production and scaling
Review technical documentation, including design analysis, testing summaries, and risk assessments
Help prepare clear technical updates for internal stakeholders, external partners, and potential investors
Leverage an established network in turbomachinery, geothermal, steam-cycle power, or related fields to help secure partnerships, pilot opportunities, and early adopter relationships
Provide senior technical presence in discussions with research institutions, industrial partners, utilities, and potential demonstration sites
Qualification
Required
Deep expertise in steam turbines, expanders, ORC systems, or other rotating equipment used in geothermal or thermal power applications
Long track record in turbomachinery design, power systems engineering, and industry leadership
Ability to guide the turbine/expander development roadmap, ensuring alignment with long-term system architecture, commercial feasibility, and manufacturability
Experience providing senior-level mentorship to engineers and technical contributors
Knowledge of best practices in rotating machinery design, materials, thermodynamic cycle selection, and system optimization
Experience reviewing and refining thermodynamic cycle models, system assumptions, and performance projections
Ability to advise on blade geometry choices, flow efficiency strategies, and component-to-component integration
Experience evaluating alternative configurations for durability, maintenance needs, and operational constraints in geothermal environments
Oversight of prototype testing methodologies, including performance validation under realistic geothermal or steam-cycle conditions
Experience defining testing protocols, instrumentation needs, and risk-mitigation plans for rotating equipment
Guidance on safety standards, mechanical integrity requirements, and relevant codes associated with turbomachinery operation in geothermal and industrial settings
Experience advising on documentation and compliance expectations for early pilots and field deployments
Support evaluation of manufacturing pathways, vendor selection, and component sourcing for small-scale, high-efficiency turbine systems
Recommend quality assurance and reliability frameworks suitable for early production and scaling
Experience reviewing technical documentation, including design analysis, testing summaries, and risk assessments
Ability to prepare clear technical updates for internal stakeholders, external partners, and potential investors
Leverage an established network in turbomachinery, geothermal, steam-cycle power, or related fields to help secure partnerships, pilot opportunities, and early adopter relationships
Provide senior technical presence in discussions with research institutions, industrial partners, utilities, and potential demonstration sites
Preferred
Advanced degree (PhD or MS) or equivalent senior-level industry experience in mechanical engineering, turbomachinery, thermal sciences, or related fields
15+ years working with steam turbines, expanders, ORC systems, or similar rotating equipment
Deep familiarity with geothermal, waste-heat recovery, or thermal-to-power systems
Expert understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, structural considerations, and rotating equipment design
Proven track record advising or leading engineering teams on complex mechanical systems
Strong industry network within turbomachinery, geothermal energy, or thermal power generation ecosystems
Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex technical issues for mixed audiences
Ability to operate independently and deliver high-impact guidance within limited advisory hours
Company
Roadrunner Venture Studios
Roadrunner Venture Studios finds, builds, and finances deep technology businesses.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Adam Hammer
Co-Founder and CEO
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