Turbomachinery Aerodynamics Engineer — Design & CFD

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio is seeking an aerodynamic design engineer to perform 1D/3D design, CFD analysis, and review of turbine and compressor components for motors and clients. You will support test programs, instrumentation planning, and data processing for advanced power systems and decarbonization projects.

Collaborating with rotordynamics, mechanical design, and thermal management experts, you will interpret results and present findings to the project team and clients,

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor/Master/PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience in aerodynamic design, development, analysis, and testing of turbomachinery.
• Strong communication and teamwork; ability to propose solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform aerodynamic design and analysis of turbomachinery components.
• Conduct CFD studies and review compressor/turbine parts.
• Plan instrumentation and test facilities; process data.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for clients and meetings.

Skills

Aerodynamic design

CFD

3D blade definition

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's/Master's or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Fluent

CFX

Aero design software

Job description

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio is seeking an aerodynamic design engineer to perform 1D/3D design, CFD analysis, and review of turbine and compressor components for motors and clients. You will support test programs, instrumentation planning, and data processing for advanced power systems and decarbonization projects.

Collaborating with rotordynamics, mechanical design, and thermal management experts, you will interpret results and present findings to the project team and clients,