Join Our Team as a Combustor Operation Specialist
As one of the world’s leading players in the power generation sector, Ansaldo Energia is a fully integrated operator with the capabilities to build turnkey power plants on greenfield sites. Our strength lies in our proprietary technology, independent design, production, construction, commissioning, and service resources.
We are looking to strengthen our team in Baden, Switzerland with your expertise and experience as our Combustor Operation Specialist.
Role Overview
As a Combustor Operation Specialist, you will be pivotal in the development, integration, and validation of new combustor concepts aimed at reducing emissions while enhancing performance and enabling operation with future fuels such as hydrogen. You will also provide fleet support focused on optimizing combustor operations for our customers.
Your Tasks
- Integrate new combustor technologies and hardware into the engine's operational envelope.
- Specify emission guarantees.
- Execute 1D combustor air distribution calculations.
- Develop combustor operation concepts and commissioning specifications.
- Support tendering and execution team requests.
- Evaluate technical risks.
- Maintain interfaces with other gas turbines engineering teams.
- Address Integrated Plant Support items.
- Support after-sale service upgrade package development and validation.
- Assist with the commissioning of GT26, GT36, AE64, and AE94 fleets.
- Support the validation of new combustor technologies and hardware.
Your Profile
- You hold a university degree in mechanical engineering or a related qualification in fluid dynamics, applied mathematics, or combustion.
- A background in 1D flow network calculations is required.
- Knowledge of chemistry or cooling and heat transfer is appreciated.
- Programming skills (Python, VBA) and experience in test data post-processing are advantageous.
- You possess a critical mindset and analytical thinking, combined with a problem-solving attitude.
- You are capable of taking responsibility while working independently and systematically.
- You are available to travel up to 10% of the time, globally.
- You have an excellent command of the English language, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude toward teamwork.
Your Benefits with Us
- Work alongside passionate individuals in a multicultural environment.
- Engage in initiatives focused on environmental sustainability.
- Enjoy challenging work with attractive and exciting products.
- Benefit from flexible working conditions.
- Experience life in a beautiful small Swiss city, conveniently located near metropolitan areas like Zurich and Basel.
This is an ideal opportunity to further your career within an exciting and international environment. Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.