Explosion Protection Systems Engineer - CFD & Safety Expert

Hoerbiger; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Hybrid work option

Professional development

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

HOERBIGER Safety Solutions, IEP Technologies (IEP) in Marlborough, MA, seeks an Application Engineer to advance explosion protection methodologies and support customers with validated safety solutions.

You will lead CFD-based assessments, develop models for venting and suppression, and represent the company at industry bodies and events. Strong writing, speaking, and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace or related engineering.
• Master's degree preferred (or pursuing MSc).
• 5+ years of engineering experience in explosion protection, process safety, fluid dynamics, or related field.
• Experience with CFD software and simulation-based analysis.
• Strong technical writing with ability to develop papers and reports.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for customers and industry.
• Experience with combustible dust hazards, explosion venting, suppression, isolation, or risk assessment.
• Participation in professional societies or standards development organizations.
• Published technical papers, articles, or conference presentations.
• Knowledge of NFPA, ATEX, IECEx, OSHA and related safety standards.
• PE license or progress toward licensure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering studies related to explosion venting, suppression, isolation, containment, and combustible dust hazard mitigation.
• Develop analytical models and methodologies to support product development and system validation.
• Conduct CFD simulations and interpret results to optimize safety system designs.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering, sales, operations, and project management teams on complex applications.
• Support complex customer projects through hazard analysis, system design review, and technical consultation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet performance and safety requirements.
• Participate in customer visits, risk assessments, factory acceptance tests, and field evaluations as required.

Skills

CFD proficiency

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Communication

Industry standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related

Master of Science in engineering or pursuing MSc

Professional Engineer (PE) license or licensure progress

Tools

CFD software

Job description

HOERBIGER Safety Solutions, IEP Technologies (IEP) in Marlborough, MA, seeks an Application Engineer to advance explosion protection methodologies and support customers with validated safety solutions.

You will lead CFD-based assessments, develop models for venting and suppression, and represent the company at industry bodies and events. Strong writing, speaking, and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential.