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Engineer/Research Engineer
(Mechanical Engineering)
 

Job Code:  18-00809

SUMMARY:  Contribute to space fluids engineering as well as to the oil and gas industry as a member of an exceptional project team in a fast-paced, ever-evolving work environment; utilize technical expertise in the areas of fluid dynamics and multiphase flow research and testing; develop space-flight hardware, investigate microgravity fluid dynamics, and evaluate multiphase flow equipment and its performance; provide detailed hardware design including test fixtures and complete data analysis; conduct laboratory experiments and determine project needs and requirements to order materials and supplies; oversee and manage a project’s technical activities, cost, and scheduling; deal directly with customers and supervise subordinate staff; develop and deliver presentations to customers and lead the promotion of new projects.


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:  Requires a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with course work in fluids, CFD and mechanical design with 1 year mechanical engineering experience (co-op and intern experience may be substituted). MS degree preferred. Must have at least a 3.5 GPA. Must have an engineering background; excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills; familiarity with instrumentation used for fluids experiments, electronics, data acquisition systems, and CFD and/or multiphase flow codes; must have the ability to manage projects and promote laboratory capabilities. A valid/clear driver's license is required.
 

JOB LOCATION:  San Antonio, TX


For more information about this division, visit the Mechanical Engineering Division home page.


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Southwest Research Institute® (SwRI®), headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, is a multidisciplinary, independent, nonprofit, applied engineering and physical sciences research and development organization with 12 technical divisions.

August 18, 2008