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Zeeco

Regional Sales Manager

Pittsburgh, PA

... largest combustion research and testing facilities. Zeeco subsidiaries reside in Plainville ... Primary duties will be to call on upstream and midstream end-users and Engineering Contractors to ...

Zeeco

Regional Sales Manager

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

... largest combustion research and testing facilities. Zeeco subsidiaries reside in Plainville ... Primary duties will be to call on upstream and midstream end-users and Engineering Contractors to ...

ERG

NC · On-site

$60K - $84K/yr

ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science ... and combustion research. The successful candidate will initially focus on hands-on technical ...

Zeeco

PT Contract Class A Welder

Broken Arrow, OK · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

... largest combustion research and testing facilities. Zeeco subsidiaries reside in Plainville ... Responsibilities: • Interpret engineering drawings • Fabricate parts from drawings • Prepare ...

ERG

NC · On-site

ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science ... and combustion research. The successful candidate will initially focus on hands-on technical ...

Zeeco

PT Contract Class A Welder

Broken Arrow, OK

$17 - $22.50/hr

... largest combustion research and testing facilities. Zeeco subsidiaries reside in Plainville ... Interpret engineering drawings Fabricate parts from drawings Prepare parts for welding (saw, pillar ...

Zeeco

Drafter/Designer

Plainville, CT · On-site

... largest combustion research and testing facilities. Zeeco subsidiaries reside in Plainville ... General knowledge of i-Logic programing. Familiarity with ASME B31.1 and B31.3 Code for Pressure ...

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As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for combustion research engineer in the United States is $106,012.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Combustion Research Engineer position, and why are they important?

A Combustion Research Engineer requires a strong background in mechanical or chemical engineering, thermodynamics, and chemistry, typically supported by at least a bachelor's (often master's or Ph.D.) in a relevant field. Proficiency in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools such as ANSYS Fluent, familiarity with laboratory combustion equipment, and knowledge of emissions measurement systems are commonly expected. Standout candidates possess strong analytical thinking, effective problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills for collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Mastery of these technical and interpersonal skills is essential for advancing innovative and efficient combustion technologies while meeting safety and environmental standards.

What does a typical day look like for a Combustion Research Engineer?

A typical day for a Combustion Research Engineer involves a combination of experimental testing in laboratories, analyzing combustion data, and using simulation software to model fuel behavior. You will often collaborate closely with other engineers and scientists to design experiments, interpret results, and troubleshoot combustion systems or processes. Additionally, you'll prepare technical reports, present findings to stakeholders, and keep up with the latest industry research. Most work settings are fast-paced, project-driven, and encourage innovation, offering you opportunities to contribute to advancements in cleaner and more efficient combustion technologies.

What does a Combustion Research Engineer do?

A Combustion Research Engineer studies, develops, and optimizes combustion processes in engines, industrial systems, or power generation. They analyze fuel efficiency, pollutant emissions, and flame behavior to improve performance and reduce environmental impact. Using computational simulations, laboratory experiments, and data analysis, they design and test new combustion technologies. Their work ensures safer, cleaner, and more efficient energy conversion systems.

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RESEARCH ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Liquid Propulsion Systems Engineer

SWRI

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

  • Design, analysis, assembly, integration, testing, and delivery of liquid propulsion flight systems.
  • Participate at all levels including proposal and execution of flight hardware systems.
  • Solve challenges on components and/or systems that span between the pressurant tanks, through pressurization systems, into the propellant tanks, down the feedlines, combustion, and finally out the engine nozzles.
  • Work on multidisciplinary and flexible teams with our experts in feedline and pogo instability, slosh dynamics and control, microgravity propellant management, thermal management, pressurization modeling, and combustion.
  • Write technical reports, papers, proposals, and presentations to support client deliverables, technical professional organizations and SwRI business development.
  • We empower each other towards research areas of interest and career growth.
  • Participate in design, analysis, and testing for other fluid, thermal, and machinery projects as needed.
  • Technical areas include power generation systems, energy storage, advanced cycles, and turbomachinery design and testing.

  • Be a key contributor and assist in managing programs for propulsion system development and delivery for satellite systems.
  • Design, analysis, procurement, AI&T, performance testing, delivery and in-service operation tasks will be included.
  • Perform design and analysis tasks for fluid, thermal, and machinery projects using engineering software, self-created analytical toolsets, and existing knowledge from engineering standards, technical literature, and industry techniques
  • Perform experimental testing and support for both component-level and system-level testing of propulsion, energy, and combustion machinery.
  • Perform engineering and scientific research and investigations to support projects and advance the state-of-the-art.
  • Interpret and present findings and results to project team and clients in a concise and clear way.
  • Provide support to more than one project in a flexible and diverse team environment.
  • Have and demonstrate a firm grasp of engineering and scientific disciplines and applied first principles.
  • Learn new technical skills to complete project work.

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering degree.
  • 5 years: Conducting propulsion system design, analysis, assembly, integration and testing of flight hardware programs. Participation in the entire life cycle: concept, design, procurement, assembly and testing. Experience in execution and management of tasks/phases/programs is desired.
  • 5 years: Conducting fluid and thermal system analyses using commercial or custom software, such as flow network, computational fluid dynamics, or mechanical analysis solvers. Firm understanding of the underlying physics of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, aerodynamics, or heat transfer.
  • 2 years: Experimental test experience of propulsion and other fluid and thermal systems; including, designing, building, commissioning, operating, and analyzing data. Also familiar with common flight launch and range safety requirements and acceptance/qualification procedures.
  • Desired experience, but not required: engineering MS or PhD degrees; range safety; cryogenics; microgravity fluids; GNC familiarity; mechanical design and fabrication; computational programing/scripting; LabVIEW, PID control and data acquisition; SolidWorks; ANSYS products.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.

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