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Combustion and Thermal Design Engineer

Siemens Energy
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
A Snapshot of Your Day

As part of our mission to energize society and design the difference for future generations, we are hiring a mid-career Combustion Design Engineer to support the SGT‑A05 product line in Indianapolis, Indiana. In this role, you will advance combustion systems, develop hydrogen and/or other specialty-fuel capabilities, and drive emissions toward their theoretical minimum. You’ll collaborate closely with colleagues in Indianapolis and partners across our global network, with ample opportunities for mentorship, cross-functional projects, and continuous development. Join a team culture that values technical excellence, open collaboration, and a shared passion for advancing engineering.

How You’ll Make An Impact

  • Lead and complete the development of combustion hardware from initial concept to production. This includes concept down-selection, designing, modeling, analyzing (FEA / CFD), rapid prototyping, testing, and iterating as necessary to achieve program level goals.
  • Provide support to manufacturing, suppliers, overhaul and test facilities, and customers.
  • Investigate product issues to identify root causes and define and implement effective corrective actions.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams through precise instructions, specifications, and reports.


What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 3 years applying computational methods (FEA / CFD) to simulate combustion, instability, emissions, mixing, temperature fluctuations, turbulence, and flashback propensity.
  • Experience with solid modeling, creating prints, and a strong understanding of GD&T is a plus.
  • Experience with SAP, Teamcenter, and Siemens NX is a plus.
  • Experience with hands-on manufacturing is a plus.
  • Experience designing additive manufactured parts (3-D printed) with complex internal passages from the ground up is a plus.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills; self-motivated, collaborative, and an effective communicator.
  • Willingness to travel up to 20%, including international travel.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.


About The Team

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With more than 100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards/Benefits

  • Career growth and development opportunities
  • Supportive work culture
  • Company paid Health and wellness benefits
  • Paid Time Off and paid holidays
  • 401K savings plan with company match
  • Family building benefits
  • Parental leave
  • Hybrid work schedule


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