Senior Thermal Systems Engineer

Thermal Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical subject matter expert in thermal systems design and turbomachinery integration
• Identify, ideate, and develop innovative thermal management and process integration concepts
• Evaluate and optimize system-level solutions using engineering judgment and analytical tools
• Utilize and contribute to Karman's proprietary software to assess system performance and feasibility
• Develop technical specifications, performance analyses, and design documentation
• Create conceptual design packages, including: Process design documents such as PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams), preliminary equipment sizing, equipment lists, and system layouts Cost estimates and project schedules for proposed designs
• Process design documents such as PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams), preliminary equipment sizing, equipment lists, and system layouts Cost estimates and project schedules for proposed designs
• Cost estimates and project schedules for proposed designs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product development and system optimization initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• At least 5 years of experience working in energy systems, thermal systems engineering, or process engineering
• Proficiency in techno-economic modeling and system design tools
• High familiarity with thermo-mechanical equipment such as pumps, heat exchangers, air coolers, refrigeration systems, turbomachinery, and associated thermal management systems used in industrial applications
• Desired Skills and Experience:
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer fundamentals
• Experience with heat exchanger design, selection, and performance analysis
• Experience with air-cooled heat exchanger systems and finned-tube technology
• Experience with programming languages such as Python and MatLab-SimScape for engineering modeling or data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical requirements into innovative engineered solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to produce professional-grade engineering documentation
• Self-starter with strong project management skills; capable of handling multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Master's degree or higher in Mechanical, Process, or Energy Engineering
• Legal Disclaimer: Karman Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Karman Industries is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.