Engineer: Gas Turbines CFD

Quest Global; Linköpings kommun; On-site; SEK 446,400 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global in Sweden is seeking an experienced CFD Engineer to conduct simulations for combustion systems and develop models for complex physical phenomena. You will work on gas turbine concepts, validate designs, and integrate CFD results into product development while collaborating with global teams.

The role requires 4–8 years of experience and a Master’s in Thermal/Chemical/CFD/Mechanical Engineering. Proficiency with STAR-CCM+, Python, Cantera, and UG NX is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 4 to 8 years of experience with a Master’s degree in Thermal/Chemical/CFD/Mechanical Engineering.
• Expertise in using commercial CFD software STAR-CCM+, Solver & Pre-post tools. Additional software proficiency could be an added advantage.
• Deep knowledge of reaction modeling, including formation and reduction of pollutants like soot and NOx.
• Strong understanding of concepts and designs of Gas Turbine, Turbine module & its components, Combustor & its components, Nozzle Guide vanes, to improve combustion processes for better efficiency and performance.
• Understanding of advanced fluid dynamics principles. Familiarity with Python and Cantera for combustion analysis, as well as CAD software for model preparation.
• Working level knowledge on UG NX or any CAD package is an added advantage.
• Ability to quickly learn and deliver the CFD tasks with prescribed quality levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct simulations for cold flow, hot flow, mixing and fluid-solid interactions within combustion systems.
• Develop, validate, and optimize models that simulate complex physical phenomena and reaction chemistry.
• Create concepts and designs for Gas Turbine systems, modules and components.
• Analyze simulation data, interpret findings, and provide actionable insights and recommendations for system design improvements.
• Work closely with design and development teams to integrate CFD analysis results into the product development process.
• Improve and enhance current analysis methods and tools to increase prediction accuracy and efficiency.
• Adherence to Quest Global process compliance and demonstration of Quest Global Core values, thereby add value to Customer.
• Work in good collaboration with global and local teams and customers.

Skills

CFD modeling

STAR-CCM+

Python

Cantera

Gas Turbine

UG NX

Education

Master's in Thermal/Chemical/CFD/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

UG NX

CAD software

Job description

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct simulations for cold flow, hot flow, mixing and fluid-solid interactions within combustion systems.
• Develop, validate, and optimize models that simulate complex physical phenomena and reaction chemistry.
• Create concepts and designs for Gas Turbines systems, modules and components.
• Analyze simulation data, interpret findings, and provide actionable insights and recommendations for system design improvements.
• Work closely with design and development teams to integrate CFD analysis results into the product development process.
• Improve and enhance current analysis methods and tools to increase prediction accuracy and efficiency.
• Adherence to Quest Global process compliance and demonstration of Quest Global Core values, thereby add value to Customer.
• Work in good collaboration with global and local teams and customers.

Work Experience

• 4 to 8 years of experience with a Master’s degree in Thermal/Chemical /CFD/Mechanical Engineering.
• Expertise in using commercial CFD software STAR-CCM+, Solver & Pre-post tools. Additional software proficiency could be an added advantage.
• Deep knowledge of reaction modeling, including the formation and reduction of pollutants like soot and nitrogen oxides (NOx).
• Strong understanding of concepts, designs of Gas Turbine, Turbine module & its components, Combustor & its components, Nozzle Guide vanes, to improve / optimize combustion processes for better efficiency and performance.
• A strong understanding of advanced fluid dynamics principles. Familiarity with tools like Python and Cantera for combustion analysis, as well as CAD software for model preparation.
• Working level knowledge on UG NX or Any CAD package is an added advantage.
• Ability to quickly learn and deliver the CFD tasks with prescribed quality levels.

We believe in equal opportunity and are committed to preserving an inclusive and safe work environment.

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Benefits

Salary: Based on the seniority level, our budget is 40K SEK - 45K SEK gross per month.