Public summary
A Munich-based innovative deep-tech startup is seeking a (Senior) R&D Engineer specialized in thermofluids to design and develop novel mud delivery, extraction, and cooling systems for ultra-deep drilling technologies. The role involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team focused on making drilling faster and more cost-efficient using advanced engineering approaches. The company offers a high-growth environment, impactful work related to resource and energy independence, a supportive culture, and competitive compensation.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Munich
- Remote status
- On-site
- German requirement signal
- No German Required Detected
- Detected job language
- English
Responsibilities
Conceptualize, design, and develop novel mud delivery, extraction, and cooling systems for ultra-deep drilling operations; collaborate closely with technical founders and a multidisciplinary engineering and scientific team; recommend and help establish appropriate modeling and simulation toolsets; design and perform experiments including benchtop rigs and instrumentation; analyze experimental results to calibrate and improve models to support rapid and cost-effective deep drilling technologies.
Qualifications
Deep expertise in thermofluids including CFD, heat transfer with multiphase flow, rheology, and thermofluid dynamics; proven ability to own and develop modeling stacks and simulation tools; experimental R&D experience with designing rigs and instruments (pressure, flow, temperature) and analyzing data; prior experience with mud systems, geothermal, oil & gas, or deep mining sectors is a plus; degree in Mechanical, Thermal, or Fluids Engineering with PhD preferred or equivalent experience; excellent written and oral English communication skills; willingness to reside in greater Munich area.