Thermal Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and technically versatile Thermal Engineer to lead and support the development of thermal energy storage systems, heat exchangers, and high-efficiency thermal components integrated with power generation systems. The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of industrial experience in power plants and research-level depth in PCM-based storage systems, CFD modeling, and experimental thermal engineering.

This role is essential to the design, simulation, prototyping, and testing of thermal systems for energy-intensive and renewable-based power applications (e.g., ORC, CSP, combined heat and power).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead industrial-scale thermal system development, integrating storage units with power generation cycles (ORC/Kalina/Steam/Hybrid Solar Plants).
• Conduct CFD simulations and experimental validation of heat exchangers, PCM melting/solidification behavior, and high-temperature porous foam structures.
• Evaluate and improve thermal performance of existing plant equipment, propose retrofits or efficiency enhancements for boilers, condensers, or thermal storage units.
• Analyze transient thermal behaviors, thermal cycling effects, and thermal losses in storage systems during plant load variations.
• Design and optimize phase change material (PCM) based thermal energy storage systems such as concentric helical coil heat exchangers, packed beds, and volumetric air receivers.
• Document technical results and develop design guidelines, operating procedures, and R&D publications.

Qualifications:

• M.Tech / M.S (By Research) / Ph.D. in Mechanical / Thermal / Energy Engineering.
• 2–5 years of industrial experience in a power plant or thermal process industry.
• Proven expertise in:
• Design and testing of PCM-based storage systems and heat exchangers.
• Experimental and numerical modeling of volumetric receivers, packed beds, and porous media
• Thermal energy system optimization using MATLAB or similar platforms.
• Proficient in ANSYS Fluent, ICEM CFD, MATLAB, SolidWorks, and relevant simulation tools.
• Understanding of power cycle operation, heat recovery, and thermal integration strategies.

Preferred Experience:

• Industrial involvement in ORC, CSP, or Combined Heat & Power (CHP) systems.
• Experience with thermal management of cyclic or intermittent loads, especially in renewable-based systems.
• Experience with thermal system commissioning, field data acquisition, and long-term thermal performance monitoring.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical communication and documentation abilities.
• Adaptable and collaborative in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Curiosity-driven mindset with a hands-on approach to experimentation and optimization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.58 per month

Work Location: In person