Thermal Design Engineer

Job Description:

A Heat Exchanger Design Process Engineer with a thermal rating focus on designs and optimizes heat exchangers, ensuring they meet process requirements and thermal performance targets, while also considering factors like material selection, cost, and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Design and Optimization:
• Perform thermal design of heat exchangers, including selecting appropriate types, materials, and configurations.
• Utilize software like HTRI for heat exchanger design and simulation.
• Optimize heat exchanger design for efficiency, cost, and manufacturability.
• Thermal Rating and Calculations:
• Perform thermal calculations to determine heat transfer rates, temperature profiles, and pressure drops.
• Ensure that the heat exchanger meets the required thermal performance specifications.
• Prepare thermal rating reports and data sheets.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work with customers and cross-functional teams, including process engineers, project managers, and design engineers.
• Communicate design requirements and specifications to stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and support for heat exchanger selection.
• Troubleshooting and Problem Solving:
• Troubleshoot heat exchanger performance issues and identify root causes.
• Develop and implement solutions to improve heat exchanger performance and reliability.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities to improve heat exchanger design and performance.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry best practices.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: Experience in heat exchanger design and thermal engineering (Min. 5 years preferred)
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in heat exchanger design software (e.g., HTRI)
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of heat transfer principles, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Teamwork Skills: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Working Conditions/Location:

Technical office setting

Sulphur, LA or Pearland, TX