CFD Hydraulic Design Engineer - Fish-Safe Turbines (Remote)

Natel Energy; California; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks of paid vacation

401k matching

Health insurance

Job summary

Natel Energy is looking for a skilled turbine CFD design engineer to join their team in Alameda, California. This role involves designing and optimizing hydro turbine geometry using advanced CFD techniques and collaboration with design engineers. Candidates should have a solid foundation in engineering and be committed to innovation and environmental responsibility.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $170,000 and excellent benefits including paid vacation, sick leave, and health insurance. Remote candidates are considered if they can work west coast hours.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in related roles.
• Competence in single and multiphase aerodynamic or hydrodynamic CFD.
• A motivation to apply skills in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis techniques for hydro turbine and facility upgrades.
• Utilize Siemens NX and STAR-CCM+ for turbine design.
• Assess test data to inform design approaches and conduct performance tests.

Skills

Siemens NX

STAR-CCM+

CFD analysis

Python

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in an applicable engineering discipline

Tools

Advanced CAD surfacing techniques

Data analysis coding languages

Job description

Natel Energy is looking for a skilled turbine CFD design engineer to join their team in Alameda, California. This role involves designing and optimizing hydro turbine geometry using advanced CFD techniques and collaboration with design engineers. Candidates should have a solid foundation in engineering and be committed to innovation and environmental responsibility.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $170,000 and excellent benefits including paid vacation, sick leave, and health insurance. Remote candidates are considered if they can work west coast hours.