Thermal Design Engineer
Core
Lead thermal design, heat transfer, and secondary flow engineering for advanced gas turbine systems and turbomachinery components.
Role type
Thermal Design Engineer (Aerospace Propulsion)
Builds
Gas turbine engine components and subsystems
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Turbomachinery (via careerplan.io/jobs/744000143110164-thermal-design-engineer-at-alten)
Required skills
thermal design, heat transfer analysis, secondary flow analysis, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, thermo-mechanical analysis (FEA), technical leadership, root cause investigation, multidisciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
SC03, SK22, SPAN, turbine cooling systems, secondary air systems, thermal protection methodologies, engineering consultancy background
Technologies
FEA, SC03, SK22, SPAN
Responsibilities
Lead and execute heat transfer and thermal analysis for gas turbine components; develop thermal analysis methodologies across design phases; perform thermo-mechanical assessments; build and improve thermal models; interpret analysis results and provide engineering recommendations; lead root cause investigations and design improvements; collaborate with mechanical, aerodynamic, and performance teams; produce technical documentation and design review packages; support non-conformance assessments and technical investigations; act as technical authority providing guidance and mentorship; manage technical delivery and customer engagement; support team recruitment and career development; contribute to technical proposals and business development.
Seniority
Junior to mid-level (2-6 years experience), hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities