Senior Aero-Thermal Engineer

Danfoss; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring programs

Flexible work

Inclusive culture

Benefits package

Job summary

Danfoss Turbocor in Tallahassee, FL is seeking a senior mechanical engineer to advance centrifugal compressor technology through aero-thermal testing, simulation, and design. You will lead experimental and theoretical evaluations, develop test plans for laboratories, analyze data, and produce technical reports to guide future engineering decisions.

This role combines hands-on lab work with advanced CFD/CAD tools in a collaborative R&D environment that values growth, mentorship, and work‑life

Qualifications

• Advanced fluid mechanics experience with centrifugal compressors.
• Experience with 1D meanline design tools (COMPAL) and CFD software (CFX/NUMECA).
• Strong CAD/CAE and aero-thermal analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Experience with compressor or chiller testing is valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead experimental and theoretical evaluation of centrifugal compressor performance.
• Develop and execute compressor test plans and oversee lab testing.
• Analyze aero-thermal test data and generate performance maps and reports.
• Design and optimize compressors using CFD, CAD and meanline tools.
• Identify opportunities to enhance testing capabilities and lab processes.

Skills

5+ years experience

CFD software

COMPAL meanline

CAD/CAE

aero-thermal analysis

communication

team collaboration

Education

Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CFX

NUMECA

COMPAL

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

At Danfoss Turbocor, you’ll help shape the next generation of high-efficiency compressor technologies that power more sustainable cooling solutions worldwide. Your expertise in aero-thermal engineering, testing, and design will directly influence product performance, innovation, and energy efficiency.

In this role, you will work across the full product development lifecycle, from translating customer needs into technical solutions to validating designs through advanced testing and analysis. You’ll collaborate with a highly skilled R&D team to solve complex engineering challenges and bring new technologies to market.

Based in Tallahassee, Florida, this is an opportunity to combine hands‑on laboratory work with advanced simulation and design tools while making a measurable impact on industry‑leading centrifugal compressor products.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the experimental and theoretical evaluation of centrifugal compressor performance, helping drive product innovation and efficiency improvements.
• Develop and execute compressor performance test plans, while overseeing testing activities in laboratory environments to ensure high-quality results.
• Analyze aero-thermal test data, generate performance maps, and create technical reports that support product development and future engineering decisions.
• Design and optimize new compressor products using CFD, CAD, and meanline analysis tools, translating engineering concepts into robust solutions.
• Identify opportunities to enhance testing capabilities, laboratory processes, and engineering methodologies that improve product validation and development outcomes.

What We're Looking For

• Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in advanced fluid mechanics and the design of industrial centrifugal compressors.
• Hands‑on experience with 1D meanline design tools (such as COMPAL) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software such as CFX or NUMECA.
• Strong knowledge of CAD/CAE tools, aero‑thermal analysis, and engineering product development processes.
• Effective communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced engineering environment.
• Experience with compressor or chiller testing and refrigeration cycle analysis is valued.

What You’ll Get From Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.