Develop designs for machinery components, including radial/axial stages, shafts, casings, seals, piping, etc. for a wide variety of machinery and test rig applications. Utilize analysis tools such as finite element analysis and computational fluid dynamics analysis to verify and improve machine designs. Prepare and/or run models of fluid handling machinery and piping systems to identify behaviors, responses to inputs, performance values, and changes with operating conditions. Assist in the development of software and diagnostic tools to enhance data collection and analysis, machinery system modeling, machinery problem solving, and the design of improved fluid handling machinery and systems. Conduct laboratory research required by clients and directed at finding solutions and advancements for fluid handling machinery. Independently write technical reports, proposals, and technical presentations. Participate in and publish at conferences and other events to actively promote SwRI business.

Requires a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline with 0-5 years of experience. Must have at least a 3.2 GPA. B.S. level candidates require internship/co-op experience. MS and PhD candidates should have related graduated work. Design experience with rotating machinery and associated systems are highly preferred, including experience with aerodynamic and/or mechanical design methods, combustion, CAD modeling, and analysis tools for design (finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics analysis, etc.). Familiarity with common turbomachinery materials and manufacturing methods is required. Experience with evaluation and analysis of problems in turbomachinery and associated plant systems is preferred. Basic understanding of gas turbine, compressor, and pump station operation is preferred. Capability to prepare and/or run computational flu-id dynamics, finite element, and/or rotor-dynamic models of turbomachinery to identify behaviors, responses to inputs, performance values and changes with operating conditions is required. Familiarity with turbomachinery research in the laboratory/field to perform instrumentation and testing required by clients is required. Ability to conduct data collection and analysis to complete performance and mechanical evaluation of equipment to provide recommendations or possible solutions for improvements in systems’ operation is required. Writing and presentation skills for technical reports, papers, proposals and technical presentations for client meetings and conferences is required. A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident due to ITAR work in section.