Principal Rotordynamics Engineer
About The Position
The Rotordynamics Design Engineer position is a challenging assignment for candidates who aspire to excel in rotordynamics of turbomachinery. This role is part of a team which supports a broad range of activities and high-profile development initiatives within Solar. The successful candidate will support in developing new rotordynamic solutions to expand offerings in Solar’s gas compressor product line. They will also evaluate and provide rotordynamic solutions to meet customer requirements from field and sales organizations. This role will work with cross-functional teams to support high-value product solutions and help bring them to completion including manufacturing and testing. This is a highly collaborative environment that offers ample opportunities to grow professionally.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Extensive work experience in turbomachinery design
- Advanced knowledge of lateral and torsional rotordynamics
- Advanced knowledge steady-state and transient CFD analysis, preferably with application to rotordynamics
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong accountability, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Graduate or Post-graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Fortran programming
- Strong understanding of finite element analysis methods
- Familiarity with vibration measurement, analysis and diagnosis; preferably in testing, commissioning, and/or field service applications
Responsibilities
- Lateral rotordynamic analysis of gas compressors. Use state of the art tools to support existing technologies and develop new ones.
- Support improvement in rotordynamic prediction capabilities through CFD analysis.
- Work as part of a cross-functional team to support New Products and development programs.
- Support complex compressor development and validation tests.
- Provide field, test cell and manufacturing support to troubleshoot and solve vibration problems.
- Support validation testing of rotordynamic technologies.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
- 401(k) savings plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Health Lifestyle Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
- Career Development
- Incentive bonus
- Disability benefits
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Adoption benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
