Thermal Engineer

About the Role:

We are seeking a Principal Thermal Engineer with a deep command over thermal calculations, waste heat recovery, material selection, and heat transfer systems. This role demands a highly analytical and innovative expert who can lead advanced thermal projects, drive energy efficiency, and ensure the optimal performance of industrial heat exchange and cooling systems.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Thermal System Design & Optimization:

2. Perform advanced thermal calculations to optimize heat exchangers, cooling towers, and energy recovery systems.

3. Develop thermodynamic models (Rankine, Organic Rankine, Brayton, Refrigeration cycles) to enhance system efficiency.

4. Utilize CFD and FEA simulations for heat transfer, pressure drop, and flow distribution analysis. - Conduct real-time performance monitoring and diagnostics for industrial thermal systems.

5. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in thermal management, reducing energy losses.

6. Waste Heat Recovery & Thermal Audits:

7. Lead comprehensive thermal audits, evaluating waste heat potential and energy savings opportunities.

8. Develop and implement waste heat recovery systems for industrial processes.

9. Assess and optimize heat-to-power conversion strategies for enhanced energy utilization.

10. Conduct feasibility studies for thermal energy storage and process integration.

11. Heat Exchangers & Cooling Tower Performance:

12. Design and analyze heat exchangers (shell & tube, plate, finned, etc.) for optimal heat transfer efficiency.

13. Enhance cooling tower performance, focusing on heat rejection, drift loss reduction, and water treatment strategies.

14. Oversee component selection, performance evaluation, and failure analysis for industrial cooling systems.

15. Troubleshoot thermal inefficiencies and recommend design modifications.

16. Material Selection & Engineering Compliance:

17. Guide material selection for high-temperature and high-pressure thermal applications.

18. Evaluate thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, creep resistance, and mechanical properties.

19. Ensure all designs adhere to TEMA, ASME, API, CTI (Cooling Technology Institute), and industry standards.

20. Leadership & Innovation:

21. Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams to develop cutting-edge thermal solutions.

22. Collaborate with manufacturing, R&D, and operations teams for process improvement.

23. Provide technical mentorship and training to junior engineers.

24. Stay ahead of emerging technologies in heat transfer, renewable energy, and thermal system efficiency.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or a related field.

• 10+ years of industry experience, specializing in thermal calculations, heat exchanger design, and waste heat recovery.

• Expertise in heat transfer, mass transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.- Hands-on experience with thermal simulation tools (ANSYS Fluent, Aspen Plus, MATLAB, COMSOL, EES)

-Strong background in thermal audits, cooling tower performance enhancement, and process heat recovery.

• Experience in industrial energy efficiency, power plant optimization, and heat recovery applications.

• In-depth knowledge of high-temperature alloys, corrosion-resistant materials, and structural analysis.

• Strong problem-solving skills with a research-driven and analytical mindset.- Ability to lead projects, manage teams, and drive technical innovation.