Gas Turbine Aerodynamicist

Siemens Energy; Östergötlands län; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reduction of working hours

Advance vacation

Health care allowance

Flexible working place

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Finspång, Sweden, is seeking a Gas Turbine Aerodynamicist to contribute to the aerodynamics of gas turbines and to grow in a collaborative, international environment. You will join the Turbine Aerodynamics and Whole Engine team, performing design analyses, method development, and participation in tests and investigations.

This role emphasizes CFD modeling with ANSYS/STAR-CCM+, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and developing in-house tools, with opportunities to contribute from

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or engineering physics is required.
• Strong foundation in fluid mechanics and heat transfer.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with structured work approach.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate in an international team.

Responsibilities

• Perform aerodynamic design and analysis of gas turbine flow paths using 1D, 2D, and 3D methods.
• Apply fluid mechanics knowledge to solve engineering challenges.
• Collaborate across disciplines to integrate aerodynamic designs into engine systems.
• Program, maintain, and develop in-house calculation tools.
• Support planning and evaluation of gas turbine and laboratory tests.

Skills

CFD modeling

Programming skills

Analytical skills

English proficiency

International collaboration

Education

Master's degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering or engineering physics

Tools

ANSYS

STAR-CCM+

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

At Siemens Energy, aerodynamics is central to developing efficient and reliable gas turbines. As a Gas Turbine Aerodynamicist, you will contribute to solutions that support the energy transition while developing your expertise in a collaborative, international environment.

A Snapshot of Your Day

At Siemens Energy, aerodynamics is central to developing efficient and reliable gas turbines. As a Gas Turbine Aerodynamicist, you will contribute to solutions that support the energy transition while developing your expertise in a collaborative, international environment.

You will join our Turbine Aerodynamics and Whole Engine team, where experienced colleagues share knowledge and work together on technically challenging assignments. Your work may include method development, new and existing product development, component testing, technical investigations, and support to manufacturing, purchasing, and sales. We value curiosity, different perspectives, and a willingness to learn—and we will support you as you grow in the role.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Perform aerodynamic design and analysis of gas turbine flow paths using 1D, 2D, and 3D methods.
• Apply your knowledge of fluid mechanics to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and locations to integrate aerodynamic designs into complete engine systems.
• Contribute to development projects from early concepts through validation and implementation.
• Participate in technical investigations and root-cause analyses; with experience, you may also lead these activities.
• Program, maintain, and develop in-house calculation tools.
• Support the planning and evaluation of gas turbine and laboratory tests.

What You Bring

• A master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, engineering physics, or a related field is required. Doctoral studies are welcome but not required.
• A sound foundation in fluid mechanics and heat transfer, together with an interest in developing your knowledge further.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a structured approach to your work.
• The ability to collaborate, communicate, and share knowledge in an international team.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn from others and contribute your own perspective.
• Experienced in CFD modeling and analysis with tools like ANSYS and STAR-CCM+, complemented by programming skills and knowledge of turbomachinery and gas turbine applications is an advantage but not required.If this opportunity interests you but you do not meet every preferred qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Your transferable skills, motivation, and potential may be exactly what our team needs.

About The Team

Our international team works across Finspång and India in the areas of aerodynamics and secondary air systems. You will be part of an experienced group with varied backgrounds, expertise, and responsibilities. We support one another, share knowledge openly, and invest in long-term competence development through collaboration, mentoring, and challenging assignments.

We want everyone to feel welcome, respected, and able to contribute. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are committed to an inclusive workplace where people can develop, succeed, and maintain a sustainable work-life balance.

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

We can offer you employment benefits such as: reduction of working hours, advance vacation, health care allowance and an eventual possibility to a flexible working place.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Location: Finspång

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