We are looking for a creative and entrepreneurial Research Engineer to help develop a new area of expertise in compressor measurement techniques. This role offers the unique opportunity to build innovative methods to better measure thermodynamic parameters inside compressors, ultimately driving improvements in design and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Research advanced measurement techniques (e.g., motion amplification, digital image correlation, infrared thermography with angle correction) to characterize thermo-mechanical behaviour in compressors.
- Balance feasibility and complexity of measurement methods with available project time and resources.
- Lead the first assignment: infrared thermography measurement including angle correction.
- Contribute to the design and validation of experimental setups, ensuring accurate data collection and interpretation.
- Apply research results to real-world product development challenges in compressor technology.
- Continuously seek out innovative solutions, testing and iterating with persistence beyond initial setbacks.
Profile / Requirements :
- Education/Background: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.
- Strong affinity with thermodynamics and mechanical components; knowledge of measurement techniques for thermodynamic parameters is a major plus.
- Research experience in experimental methods; familiarity with techniques such as Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) or Digital Image Correlation (DIC) is considered a huge plus.
- Hands-on mentality – someone who enjoys experimenting, building, and testing (the type who is a "DIYer" at home).
- Entrepreneurial, solution-oriented, and persistent mindset: always curious and eager to go beyond the expected.
- Ability to think creatively and critically while maintaining a structured research approach.