Your Tasks - What to expect

• Development and optimization of hydraulic turbine components through CFD studies and evaluation of power plant data

• Performing flow simulations with Ansys CFX and Ansys Fluent and analytical calculations (e.g., pressure/speed increase, worst-case scenarios) for internal research and client reports

• Planning, conducting, and evaluating model tests in close collaboration with partner institutes

• Contributing to national and international research projects including funding applications

• Analysis and evaluation of plant measurements worldwide (e.g., efficiency, vibrations, loads)

• Automating simulations and evaluations using script coding (e.g., Python, Perl, VBA) including data analysis and process modeling

• Contributing to the development of calculation and design guidelines

Your Profile - What you bring

• Completed Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology, Sustainable Energy Systems, or a related field

• At least 10 years of professional experience in turbine designing, CFD geometry development, data analysis, and plant measurements – ideally combined with experience in refurbishment projects or a related technical field, preferably with industry experience

• In-depth knowledge of flow simulations, geometry optimization, and test evaluations

• Proficient in Ansys Fluent/CFX and Python, Perl or VBA

• Structured working style and a strong willingness to learn

• Excellent command of English (spoken and written); good German skills are an advantage

• Willingness to travel occasionally (approx. 10%)

• Location: Dr.-Schauer-Straße 26, 4600 Wels

Our Offer - What we stand for

• A varied and technically challenging work environment in the field of renewable energy

• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home

• An open work culture where ideas and innovation matter

• Flat hierarchies and a collaborative team atmosphere

We offer a market-compliant gross monthly salary starting from € 4.500,- with a significant overpayment depending on qualifications and experience.

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Department

HydroLab

Role

Hydraulic R&D Engineer

Locations

Global Hydro Energy GmbH

Remote status

Hybrid

Monthly salary

€4,500

Employment type

Full-time

Employment level

Professionals