Gas Turbine Thermal System Engineer - Thermal SAS Whole Engine

AL TARIQ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerTech in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Thermal System Design Engineer to execute gas turbine component thermal analyses, oil and secondary air system design, and related simulations within turbojet and turbofan development programs.

Ideal candidates will have 5–15+ years in aerospace propulsion, strong heat transfer and fluid mechanics knowledge, and fluency in English. The role involves development, mentoring, and collaboration with the team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering degree required.
• 5–15+ years of experience in gas turbine propulsion, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
• Fluent in English; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out component thermal analysis simulations for thermal mapping of the engine.
• Assess steady and transient thermal and secondary flows in gas turbine engine components.
• Size and design oil/lubrication systems, seals, sump, bearings, and pumps.
• Develop numerical and experimental methods for verification and validation.
• Support other team members and mentor junior engineers.
• Review designs, simulations and generate testing guidelines.
• Identify project risks and plan mitigations.

Skills

Thermal analysis

Gas turbine propulsion

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

CFD/FEA

Ansys Workbench

Amesim/Flomaster

MATLAB/Simulink

C programming

English fluency

Communication skills

Education

Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Ansys Workbench

Flomaster

Amesim

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

External Job Description

About Us

PowerTech is a leading innovator in propulsion technologies, specializing in cutting-edge microjets, turbofan engines, and internal combustion engines. We are dedicated to advancing propulsion systems through rigorous testing, precision engineering, and robust manufacturing processes.

Job Overview:

Thermal System Design Engineer will be responsible for carrying out the gas turbine component thermal analysis, secondary air system and oil system design & analysis activities within the turbojet & turbofan development programs. This role requires expert knowledge in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, gas turbine propulsion, planning for projects and ability to develop individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out component thermal analysis simulations for thermal mapping of the engine
• Carry out steady and transient thermal & secondary flows assessment in gas turbine engine components
• Carry out sizing and design studies for the oil / lubrication system, seals, sump, bearings & pumps.
• Develop numerical and experimental methods for method verification and validation
• Support other team members, develop junior engineers and provide constructive feedback
• Review the designs, simulations and generate testing guidelines
• Identify project risks and plan for mitigation

Qualifications & Experience:

• Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering degree or a related field.
• Strong background in gas turbine propulsion, heat transfer, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
• Fluent in English
• Experience: 5-15 years or more.

Skills:

• Technical skills in one or a combination of stated topics.
• Using commercial tools such as Ansys Workbench or similar.
• Experience in FEA, CFD or lower order simulation methods.
• Experience in 1D flow network software such as Flomaster and Amesim
• Experience in programming using C, Matlab/Simulink or similar.
• Awareness on the state-of-the-art technologies in materials, aerodynamics and structural mechanics to link with thermal system design for gas turbine propulsion
• Good communication and presentation skills to interact with team members, clients, and vendors.
• Ability to solve problems, prioritize tasks and delegate when necessary

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