Principal Rotordynamics Engineer

Caterpillar•San Diego, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines ranging from 1 to 35 megawatts. Solar is also a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets. 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.