Position: Mechanical Design Engineer - Compressor

Job type: Contract - 18 Months

Location: Remote, USA

Petroplan is currently working with a leader in gas power technology who are in the process of increasing their engineering team within Compressor module design.

In this position, you will be involved with ensuring that all activities are planned, scheduled and executed to achieve the agreed requirements in a safe and efficient manner. Key responsibilities will include:

• Running structural, modal or forced response analysis (with thermal and mechanical loads)
• Component Lifiing (LCF, HCF, creep, Fracture)
• Post Processing: joint behaviour, stress and strength
• Supporting of component owner of hardware to be designed or modified.
• Work with drafting, sourcing & manufacturing
• Coordinate interfaces across Aero, Heat Transfer, Systems, Manufacturing and Materials into the Design Teams

Experienced Required

• Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline
• Knowledge and working acumen of Unigraphics & Ansys Workbench
• Understanding of mechanical design methods of gas turbine systems
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Customer satisfaction mindset, ability to work in matrix-team environment, problem solver attitude.
• At least 4 years of engineering design experience in gas turbine engines

Suitable candidates will be a driven, autonomous, self-motivated safety professional who is passionate and hungry to succeed.

This role is able to be 100% remote, working a 40-hour week, however the client is currently unable to sponsor any work VISA.

About Petroplan

Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.

Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.

In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.

Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.