Preliminary Design Engineer

Hycosys Private Limited; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Hycosys Private Limited in Bengaluru, Karnataka, invites applications for a Preliminary Design Engineer to support early-stage development of Micro Gas Turbine (MGT) systems. You will perform aero-thermal modeling, cycle analysis, and define engine architectures to meet concept-level targets.

Collaborating with compressor, turbine, combustion, and systems teams, you will translate requirements into sizing models, run parametric studies, and document results with traceability to engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in aerospace, mechanical or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in gas turbine or turbomachinery preliminary design.
• Strong foundations in thermodynamics, cycle analysis, and aero-thermal modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop aero-thermal and MGT cycle models for new concepts and variants.
• Translate system requirements into preliminary engine architectures and targets.
• Integrate inputs from component teams into concept-level sizing models.
• Perform parametric studies, preliminary sizing, and trade-off analyses.
• Assess technology maturity and development risk.
• Conduct benchmarking of commercial and emerging MGT platforms.
• Document data with traceability and reporting.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Cycle analysis

Aero-thermal modeling

Preliminary design

Trade studies

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related discipline

Tools

NPSS

GasTurb

GSP

GT-Power

Job description

About Hycosys

Hycosys is a deep-tech engineering company developing advanced hydrogen-capable power and propulsion systems, with a core focus on Micro Gas Turbines (MGTs) and high-speed turbomachinery. We follow a strongly engineering-driven approach grounded in first-principles analysis, high-fidelity simulation, and disciplined experimental validation to mature technologies from early concepts to reliable, deployable hardware.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Preliminary Design Engineer to support early-stage development of Micro Gas Turbine (MGT) systems. The role focuses on conceptual and preliminary design activities, including aero-thermal modeling, cycle analysis, and engine architecture definition.

The role works closely with cross-functional teams across compressor, turbine, combustion, bearings, rotordynamics, recuperator, systems engineering, mechanical design, and manufacturing disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute aero-thermal and MGT cycle models for new concepts and variants
• Translate system-level requirements into preliminary engine architectures and targets
• Integrate inputs from component teams into coherent concept-level sizing models
• Perform parametric studies, preliminary sizing, and structured trade-off analyses
• Assess technology capability, maturity, and development risk
• Conduct competitive benchmarking of commercial and emerging MGT platforms
• Execute analyses in line with engineering standards and best practices
• Ensure accurate documentation, traceability, and reporting of technical data

Must-have Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of experience in gas turbine or turbomachinery preliminary design
• Strong foundation in thermodynamics, cycle analysis, and aero-thermal modeling
• Hands-on experience with NPSS, GasTurb, GSP, GT-Power, or equivalent tools
• Ability to perform structured trade studies and communicate results clearly

Good to Have

• Exposure to aero and industrial turbomachinery architectures
• Experience with early-phase product definition or technology roadmapping
• Understanding of emissions, fuel flexibility, and efficiency-driven design
• Familiarity with system-level integration and TRL-based development processes

Compensation & Location

Competitive compensation aligned with experience and industry benchmarks.
Location: Crescent 4, Prestige Shantiniketan, Whitefield, Bengaluru, Karnataka.