At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and optimise high-performance gas turbine combustor systems from concept to production.
- Company: Join a leading firm in combustion technology with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on teamwork and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable energy solutions while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and experience in gas turbine design.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Our client is looking for a Gas Turbine Combustor Designer to join their team. If you are passionate about combustion technology and want to work on high performance gas turbine systems, this is for you. You will help design, develop, and optimise combustor systems that are efficient, reliable, and environmentally sound from cradle to the grave.
What you’ll do:
- Own combustor design from concept through to production components, assemblies, and hardware.
- Build 3D CAD models, drawings, and design documentation.
- Work with combustion engineers to hit performance and emissions targets.
- Factor in temperature, pressure, cooling, fatigue, vibration, and manufacturability.
- Lead technical input at design reviews across the full engineering lifecycle.
- Troubleshoot design challenges and deliver practical fixes.
- Support prototyping, assembly, and testing then feed results back into design.
- Collaborate with thermal, stress, and systems engineering teams.
- Work with suppliers/manufacturers to keep designs standards-compliant and production-ready.
- Keep documentation aligned with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
What you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar.
- Experience designing gas turbine combustors or combustion hardware.
- Solid grasp of combustion principles, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and manufacturing processes.
Design Consultant- Gas Turbine employer: JT Search
Join a dynamic team where your contributions are valued and you can truly make an impact in the procurement field. With a focus on employee development, you'll have the opportunity to enhance your skills and progress into roles such as Buyer or Category Manager, all while working in a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and growth. Located in a vibrant area, this role offers not just a job, but a meaningful career path in procurement.
