Gas Turbine Thermal System Engineer - Thermal, SAS, Whole Engine

POWERTECH; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerTech is seeking a Thermal System Design Engineer in Abu Dhabi to lead thermal analysis for turbofan propulsion programs. You will perform gas turbine component thermal mapping, steady and transient assessments, and oil/lubrication system design.

You will mentor junior engineers and contribute to testing guidelines. Ideal candidates hold an aerospace or mechanical engineering degree with 5–15 years of relevant experience, fluent English, and hands-on use of Ansys or similar tools in CFD/FEA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5–15 years of experience in gas turbine propulsion, heat transfer, thermodynamics or fluid mechanics.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out component thermal analysis simulations for engine thermal mapping.
• Assess steady and transient thermal and secondary flow in turbine components.
• Size and design oil lubrication, seals, sump, bearings and pumps.
• Develop numerical/experimental methods for verification and validation.
• Support team members, mentor junior engineers and provide feedback.
• Review designs and testing guidelines, identify risks and mitigation plans.

Skills

Gas turbine propulsion

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

FEA/CFD

1D flow networks

C/Matlab/Simulink

English fluent

Education

Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Ansys Workbench

Amesim

Flomaster

Flow analysis tools

Matlab/Simulink

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.

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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