Southwest Research Institute - San Antonio, TX
posted 5 days ago
- Entry Level
San Antonio, TX
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
The Propulsion & Energy Machinery Section performs engineering R&D in the fields of gas turbine combustion, air-breathing propulsion, industrial heat and power, and liquid propulsion. Our technologies are powering a cleaner future and advancing state-of-the-art propulsion systems for air and space flight.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, analysis, and testing of systems and components used in a variety of propulsion and energy processes.
- Provide design, analytical, and experimental support to more than one project in a team environment.
- Typical tasks include research, design, analysis, and simulation development.
- Provide mechanical and machine design support for a variety of applications that include power generation, propulsion, and combustion.
- Contribute and be responsible for technical development of experimental test programs, including developing/operating a new test rig.
- Take responsibility for testing/rig modifications to meet new project objectives.
- Direct the technical work of other engineers and technicians.
- Assess the best approach to solve problems and interrogate results for reliability.
- Provide troubleshooting support for tests and simulations with a firm understanding of theories and concepts using a first-principles approach.
- Act as the primary technical lead for mechanical designs and guide technical direction of other engineers for projects/proposal efforts.
- Be a problem solver that exercises creativity and independent judgement in determining approaches to solve a wide range of technical problems.
Requirements
- Requires a Bachelors, Masters or a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering degree.
- 0 years experience required with PhD in relevant areas.
- 2-5 years: Mechanical design experience applying tools like FEA to predict component/assembly stresses and evaluate fitness for service.
- 2-5 years: Design, commissioning, and testing experience with high pressure and/or extreme temperature (cryogenic or combustion) process systems.
- 2-5 years: Experience with industry standards, such as ASME Pressure Vessel Code, ASME B31 Piping Codes, machine assembly, maintenance, and repair.
- MS or PhD degrees in engineering are preferred, but not required.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Benefits
- Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
- Committed to Diversity in the Workplace
