Hydro Turbomachinery CFD Design Engineer — Remote/Hybrid

Natel Energy; Alameda (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks paid vacation

401k matching

Health insurance

Equity compensation

Job summary

Natel Energy, located in Alameda, California, seeks a skilled turbine CFD design engineer to join our innovative team. You will play a crucial role in designing and optimizing hydro turbine geometry, utilizing advanced tools like Siemens NX and STAR-CCM+. The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $120,000 to $170,000, along with excellent benefits including 4 weeks of paid vacation and 401k matching. Remote candidates are considered if willing to work West Coast hours.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in related role(s).
• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering discipline.
• Competence with advanced CAD surfacing and parametric modeling.
• Experience in aerodynamic or hydrodynamic CFD analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis for efficient turbine and hydropower facility designs.
• Utilize advanced tools for hydraulic turbine design and optimization.
• Interpret customer requirements and propose design solutions.
• Conduct performance tests and document results.

Skills

CAD surfacing and parametric modeling

CFD meshing and analysis

Data analysis and automation coding

Strong communication skills

Creative problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

STAR-CCM+

Job description

Natel Energy, located in Alameda, California, seeks a skilled turbine CFD design engineer to join our innovative team. You will play a crucial role in designing and optimizing hydro turbine geometry, utilizing advanced tools like Siemens NX and STAR-CCM+. The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $120,000 to $170,000, along with excellent benefits including 4 weeks of paid vacation and 401k matching. Remote candidates are considered if willing to work West Coast hours.