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:

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

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

- 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.

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

2. Waste Heat Recovery & Thermal Audits:

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

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

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

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

3. Heat Exchangers & Cooling Tower Performance:

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

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

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

- Troubleshoot thermal inefficiencies and recommend design modifications.

4. Material Selection & Engineering Compliance:

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

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

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

5. Leadership & Innovation:

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

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

- Provide technical mentorship and training to junior engineers.

- 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.