Thermal Engineer

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The position:

We are seeking a Thermal Engineer to mainly work in the areas of mine methane mitigation, CO₂ capture and mine waste utilization. Primarily the engineer will work on the development of novel VAM mitigation and VAM capture technologies, and expand his/her research in CO₂ capture, etc. The research aims to reduce greenhouse gas emission and minimize environmental impact. The work will involve use of a combination of disciplines, including combustion, heat transfer, reaction, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.

Location:  Queensland Centre for Advanced Technologies, Pullenvale, Brisbane

Salary:     $86K - $93K per annum plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Ref. No.:   Q02307

The requirements of the successful candidate will include:

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering/Thermal Engineering, or equivalent
• Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in combustion, heat transfer, fluid dynamics and thermal dynamics;
• Engineering skills in designing and setting up laboratory scale rigs and small pilot-scale units including combustor, heat exchanger, furnace;
• Well developed written and oral communication skills.

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