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Southwest Research Institute
P.O. Drawer 28510
San Antonio, Texas 78228-0510
Salaried Positions
ENGINEER/RESEARCH ENGINEER (FLUID MACHINERY)
Job code: 18-00943*
Job Summary:
- Perform the evaluation and analysis of problems in fluid machinery and the associated plant systems; design machinery, tools, and instrumentation; 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 conferences and other events to actively promote SwRI business.
Education/Experience:
- Requires a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field with at least a 3.0 GPA. Must have hydraulic modeling capabilities to create and analyze pipeline models for liquid and gas systems; must be able to prepare technical proposals, technical presentations and provide engineering expertise to analyze hydraulic issues; basic understanding of compressor and pump stations operation is preferred; background in fluids mechanics and/or fluid transport is desired; ability to develop hydraulic models to analyze issues such as de-bottlenecking, system optimization, leaks, transient events, water hammer, surge, ESDs and conduct what-if analysis and develop simulation tools is preferred; conduct data collection and analysis to perform hydraulic analysis to provide recommendations or possible solutions for improvements in systems’ operation is preferred. A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Job Locations: San Antonio, TX
For more information about this division, visit the Mechanical Engineering home page.
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