Back to all jobs
A
Combustion Analysis Engineer
arborenergy
El Segundo2w ago
About the role
<div class="content-intro"><h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">About Us</span></h2>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">At Arbor Energy & Resources Corporation ("Arbor Energy"), we’re creating technology to power our lives while protecting the planet that sustains them. Our advanced power systems deliver clean, reliable baseload electricity with zero operating emissions—modular, fuel-flexible, and engineered for the realities of today’s energy demand. At the core is a supercritical CO₂ turbine with integrated carbon capture, designed to bring carbon-neutral power online quickly at meaningful scale. </span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our team includes aerospace engineers, combustion experts, and systems thinkers with a shared goal: to build technology worthy of the world we want to live in. While many of us began our journeys looking to the stars, we’re applying that expertise here at home to deliver dependable, emission-free baseload power and a future of lasting abundance. </span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">If you share our values and are drawn to rigorous work with lasting impact, we’d love to learn more about you. Come build what the future will run on.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-sheets-root="1"><strong>Steward our planet</strong>: We build for tomorrow, ensuring every bolt we tighten and every hand we lend leaves our environment stronger than we found it.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Lead with Love</strong>: We champion the success of our people, partners, and planet, nurturing excellence through camaraderie and rigor.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Explore the Uncharted</strong>: We embrace the unknown with curiosity, using courage and discipline to transform uncertainty into opportunity.</span></p></div><h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Role Overview</span></h2>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW74413419 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW74413419 BCX0">We're</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW74413419 BCX0"> looking for a Combustion Analysis Engineer to perform fluid, thermal, and structural analyses on our novel combustion systems—bringing high-performance engineering to the fight against climate change. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW74413419 BCX0">You'll</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW74413419 BCX0"> work closely with combustion engineers and designers to inform and accelerate development using advanced simulation tools, algorithmic workflows, and additive manufacturing. Your work will help bridge modeling and reality through system integration and hot-fire test validation.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW74413419 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":240,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This is an onsite opportunity in our El Segundo, CA office.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Responsibilities</span></h2>
<div>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Perform CFD, transient thermal, and structural analyses on combustion hardware.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"><span class="TextRun SCXW99077632 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW99077632 BCX0">Collaborate with combustion and mechanical engineers to develop practical, testable designs.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW99077632 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Use integrated system models to inform design direction and support performance prediction.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Help anchor simulation results with hot-fire test data and iterate models accordingly.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Contribute to a fast-paced, collaborative team with a focus on climate-impactful technology.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Requirements</span></h2>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering field.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">3+ years of experience in fluid dynamics, CFD, structural and transient thermal analysis.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong foundation in compressible and incompressible fluid mechanics.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li>Experience with ANSYS Mechanical or similar analysis suites.</li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficient in Python, MATLAB, or similar scripting tools for automation and post-processing.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong ownership mentality and eagerness to work collaboratively in a small, dynamic team.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":400,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Preferred Qualifications</span></h2>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">5+ years of experience in propulsion or combustion analysis.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Master’s or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience working in startup or agile development environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with conjugate heat transfer simulations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Interest in or ability to lead and grow a small analysis team over time.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<h2 class="p1"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></span></h2>
<ul>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Pre-IPO stock options</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Arbor covers 90% for employees)</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Basic life insurance fully covered</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Health savings account (HSA) with matching</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Flexible savings account (FSA)</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Unlimited PTO </span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">12+ company holidays, including Earth Day! </span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">401(k)</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Commuter benefits</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Annual learning and development stipend</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">And more!</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Base Pay</strong>: $130,000 - $150,000 USD/year. The salary is subject to the applicant's skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.</span></p>
</div><div class="content-conclusion"><div class="section page-centered" data-qa="closing-description">
<div class="section page-centered" data-qa="closing-description">
<h2><span style="color: rgb(33, 39, 39);">Our Commitment</span></h2>
<p><span style="color: rgb(33, 39, 39);">Arbor Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Solving global energy challenges requires a wide range of perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to building a team that reflects the world we serve.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(33, 39, 39);">Our hiring process is designed to be accessible, fair, and focused on the work that matters most for this role. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process and employment—please let us know if you need one.</span></p>
</div>
</div></div>
Perks & benefits
- 401k
- Vision Insurance
- Unlimited Vacation
- Paid Time Off
- Equity Compensation
741,000+ hidden jobs like this
arborenergy and thousands of companies post here first — often days before LinkedIn or Indeed. Your first 5 applications are free; go Pro to apply without limits.
Everything Pro unlocks:
- Unlimited applications — free stops at 5
- Track every application in one place
- Apply straight to the source, one click
- Save & organize roles you love
- Roles pulled from company boards before the big sites
