Turbine Aerodynamics Engineer

Solar Turbines•San Diego, CA

3d•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. The Turbine Aerodynamics Group has technical responsibility for the the aerodynamic design and analysis of Solar’s gas turbines, including preliminary and detailed definition of flow path and airfoils, preliminary and detailed design of turbine exhaust diffusers and collectors, and qualification test planning and execution. The Turbine Aerodynamics Group supports new engine programs and core products, including uprates and upgrades, and further supports the timely resolution of product durability, manufacturing and field issues. The Group also develops and maintains many of their own methods and tools, in addition to utilizing commercially available software. The Turbine Aerodynamics Engineer will collaborate frequently with the Mechanical Design, Heat Transfer and Performance Groups to ensure that designs meet program requirements for manufacturability, cost, durability and performance. He/She will also participate in the development and maintenance of design systems, methods and tools to accomplish the Group accountabilities. The successful candidate will: Actively apply principles, theories, and concepts with his/her engineering and analytical skills working in a tight-knit team Develop analytical tools / software to improve aerodynamic design and predictive capabilities Be highly engaged in team discussions and brainstorming activities Work effectively in inter/intra-disciplinary team settings

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
Several years of relevant gas turbine aerodynamics experience
Current experience and familiarity with 1-D, 2-D and 3-D aero design tools and methods
Proficient with coding using Python, C, C++ or similar tools
Experience interfacing with other design disciplines to develop aerodynamic technologies
Willingness to multitask and handle complicated and challenging tasks efficiently

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
Advanced gas turbine aerodynamics experience
Familiarity with state-of-the-art aerodynamic technologies applicable to cooled and uncooled turbine blades and nozzles
Demonstrated experience with automation of design processes including CFD pre- and post-processing
Experience with ANSYS CFX, and/or STAR CCM, and geometry-creation tools including Creo