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Looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an energized and cross-functional Mechanical Design team responsible for gas turbines that power energy solutions. The candidate will work closely with various engineering disciplines to design, develop, and implement new component designs and/or improve existing gas turbine hardware for the continuous improvement of product durability and capabilities. This role will produce solutions for a diverse range of projects executed in a productive environment that values strong work culture, best-in-class standards, and diversity. The successful candidate is expected to be a technical generalist able to develop solutions to complex problems using mechanical analysis of rotating and static turbine hardware. A strong background in gas turbine design fundamentals and secondary cooling flow systems is beneficial for this role. The candidate should be able to define, lead, and execute projects starting from root cause analysis, through solution concept, validation, and final implementation. This includes ensuring that solutions fulfill performance, manufacturing, durability, maintainability, and cost targets. The candidate will perform detailed mechanical design work and manage workscope and execution to align with time-sensitive deliverables. When required, the candidate will execute component rig or engine tests by managing hardware, instrumentation, scheduling, data analysis, and post-test hardware inspections. Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills are required. The candidate will also support operations, including customer services, manufacturing, and supply chain.

Title: Senior Principal Engineer

Location: San Diego, CA

Job Type: FTE/Permanent

Job Summary

Looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an energized and cross-functional Mechanical Design team responsible for gas turbines that power energy solutions. The candidate will work closely with various engineering disciplines to design, develop, and implement new component designs and/or improve existing gas turbine hardware for the continuous improvement of product durability and capabilities. This role will produce solutions for a diverse range of projects executed in a productive environment that values strong work culture, best-in-class standards, and diversity. The successful candidate is expected to be a technical generalist able to develop solutions to complex problems using mechanical analysis of rotating and static turbine hardware. A strong background in gas turbine design fundamentals and secondary cooling flow systems is beneficial for this role. The candidate should be able to define, lead, and execute projects starting from root cause analysis, through solution concept, validation, and final implementation. This includes ensuring that solutions fulfill performance, manufacturing, durability, maintainability, and cost targets. The candidate will perform detailed mechanical design work and manage workscope and execution to align with time-sensitive deliverables. When required, the candidate will execute component rig or engine tests by managing hardware, instrumentation, scheduling, data analysis, and post-test hardware inspections. Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills are required. The candidate will also support operations, including customer services, manufacturing, and supply chain.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field with mid to advanced level mechanical design experience.
• Experience with concept and detailed design principles.
• Gas turbine design and analysis experience.
• Experience using Finite Element Analysis (e.g., ANSYS) to perform detailed modal and structural analysis.
• Experience reviewing and checking engineering drawings.
  
  

• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Mid Level to Advance mechanical design work experience.
• Proficiencies for the following skills and tools:
• Geometric dimensional and tolerance specifications (ASME Y14.5-2009)
• Creo (or related CAD system)
• Design experience with compressor and/or combustion section.
• Practical manufacturing and producibility knowledge including welding and brazing.
• ANSYS Experience in the design and/or analysis of gas turbine components, gas turbine operation and application, materials and processes, manufacturing methods and test procedures.
• Experience with detailed cross-section stack-ups.
• Experience with life prediction methods.
• Experience with turbine blade heat transfer essentials.
• Windchill, Microsoft Office and technical writing.
  
  

• Analytical Thinking: Breaks down complex problems and develops viable solutions.
• Decision Making: Uses informed judgment and past insights to make effective decisions.
• Managing Priorities: Manages multiple concurrent objectives and adjusts priorities as needed.
• Technical Excellence: Provides solutions to technical challenges and maintains up-to-date knowledge.
• Project Management: Supports project planning, cost estimation, and progress tracking.
• Design Engineering: Develops detailed designs, evaluates materials and suppliers, and ensures design quality.
• Product Testing: Coordinates and executes test plans and strategies.
• Product Design & Development: Develops and refines product designs from concept to production.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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