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Belcan

Rotordynamics- Staff Analyst

Brisbane, CA

$135K/yr

Dynamics Analysts own PT rotor & rotordynamics, PT blade dynamics, and shaft-coupling dynamics. Crossover: rotordynamics↔bearings/seals (with the Rotating Structures RE)↔blade dynamics. Minimum ...

Copeland

Engineer Lead

Sidney, OH · On-site

$95K - $125K/yr

A Rotor-dynamic and Seal Design Engineer is a specialized mechanical engineering role focused on the analysis, design, and optimization of high-speed rotating machinery (turbomachinery) to ensure ...

Archer

Rotor/Hub Structural Analyst

San Jose, CA · On-site

$144K - $180K/yr

Perform detailed structural analyses of dynamic system components, including the rotor system, control system, and blades * Evaluate static strength and fatigue life of critical structures using ...

Copeland

Engineer Lead

Sidney, OH · Hybrid

$95K - $125K/yr

A Rotor-dynamic and Seal Design Engineer is a specialized mechanical engineering role focused on the analysis, design, and optimization of high-speed rotating machinery (turbomachinery) to ensure ...

Archer

Principal Engineer, Loads & Dynamics

San Jose, CA · On-site

$248K - $311K/yr

Experience with structural dynamics, rotor dynamics, and vibratory loads * Experience developing FE models (NASTRAN or similar structural solvers) Experience with rotorcraft comprehensive simulation ...

Archer

Rotor/Hub Structural Analyst

San Jose, CA · On-site

$144K - $180K/yr

Perform detailed structural analyses of dynamic system components, including the rotor system, control system, and blades * Evaluate static strength and fatigue life of critical structures using ...

GE Aerospace

Cold Section Module IPT Leader

Evendale, OH · On-site

$18 - $24.75/hr

Manage rotor dynamics analysis and ensure proper critical speed margins and vibration characteristics throughout the operating envelope. * Define material selection, surface treatments, and ...

Archer

Manager, Motor Mechanical

San Jose, CA · On-site

$175K - $225K/yr

Experience with high-speed rotor dynamics and balancing. * Familiarity with hardware project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet). * Familiarity with FEA software packages (ANSYS ...

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A Rotor Dynamics job involves analyzing and optimizing the behavior of rotating machinery, such as turbines, compressors, and engines. Engineers in this field study vibration, stability, and structural integrity to ensure reliability and efficiency. They use simulations, testing, and diagnostics to predict failures and improve performance. This role is crucial in industries like aerospace, power generation, and automotive engineering.

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Rotor Dynamics professionals commonly analyze and optimize the performance of rotating equipment such as turbines, compressors, pumps, jet engines, and electric motors. Their work may involve conducting vibration testing, troubleshooting mechanical faults, and developing solutions for critical equipment used in industries like aerospace, power generation, and manufacturing. Day-to-day tasks often include data analysis, modeling, field testing, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams such as design engineers and maintenance technicians. By working closely with other experts, Rotor Dynamics specialists help ensure machinery operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. This collaborative structure also opens opportunities for advancing into roles in systems engineering, reliability engineering, or technical management.

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Rotordynamics- Staff Analyst

Belcan

Brisbane, CA

$135K/yr

Full-time, Part-time, Contractor

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Job description

Job Title: Rotordynamics- Staff Analyst
Location: Brisbane , CA
Pay range: $135,000/yr $64.90/hr
Shift: 1st Shift
Zip Code: 94005
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire
Start Date: ASAP
Keywords: #Brisbanejobs; #Rotordynamicsjobs; #INDREG
Job Description:
Location: San Francisco/Hybrid
Employment Type: Contractor full-time, convertible to salaried full-time.
Scope & Ownership
The Rotordynamics SME (Staff) owns the gas-generator rotor and rotordynamics. Dynamics Analysts own PT rotor & rotordynamics, PT blade dynamics, and shaft-coupling dynamics. Crossover: rotordynamics↔bearings/seals (with the Rotating Structures RE)↔blade dynamics.
Minimum Education
● Bachelor"s in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
● Master"s or PhD preferred (PhD typical for the SME)
Experience
● SME: 6-8 years of rotordynamics
● Analyst: 4+ years of structural / rotor dynamics; or a relevant PhD plus ~2 years
Skill Requirements
● Lateral and torsional rotordynamics; critical speeds and stability
● Bearing and seal dynamic coefficients; blade dynamics and Campbell diagrams
● FEA / modal; DyRoBeS / ANSYS; Python/Matlab
Responsibilities
● Interface with Responsible Engineers to provide inputs for design, generate predictions for candidate designs, and ensure that REs have a clear understanding of the physical phenomena they are dealing with
● Prepare, run, and post-process relevant simulation models including FEA, CFD, and Heat Transfer as applicable
● Analyze test, qualification, and field data in collaboration with REs to qualify hardware and maintain fleet reliability
● Drive simplicity into the Parallax analysis stack by developing simplified and reduced-order models that conservatively capture physical phenomena at the minimum level of complexity that enables functional hardware
If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract/temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments in the engineering, IT, and professional fields. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed.

Industry

It services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Cincinnati, OH, US

Year founded

1958

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