Thermal Design Engineer

Would you like to be a part of a company that is employee owned? Consider joining a talented team of engineering professionals at Nooter/Eriksen Inc., based in Fenton, MO. We specialize in HRSG (Heat Recovery Steam Generator) design, construction and supply of equipment and solutions in the power industry worldwide. Nooter/Eriksen is seeking a Thermal Design Engineer to join the Thermal Design Team.

This entry‑level role is part of a team that is responsible for developing custom designs of heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs) based on customer requirements, offering standard and unique solutions to challenges of the marketplace, and building a competitive advantage through innovation. This position is located in Fenton, MO. The expectation is that this will be a hybrid position depending on business needs.

The Thermal Design Engineer reports directly to the Senior Thermal Design Engineer and will design heat recovery equipment based on both the customer's process requirements and heating surface optimization, select materials for components operating at various pressure and temperature conditions, and size heat exchangers and auxiliary equipment based on the company philosophy as defined in design guidelines. As the Thermal Design Engineer, you will evaluate customer specifications by making comments, clarifications and requesting missing/additional information, create detailed design of HRSGs including all calculations, generate auxiliary equipment specifications at the proposal and job stages, evaluating related bids, support the project team with technical issues through all stages of job execution, develop data sheets for Estimating, Sales, I&C and Drafting groups, generate the technical part of the Sales proposal, and actively participate in technical meetings with the customer at various stages of project development.

You may be required to travel domestically and/or internationally up to 10%.

• Four‑year college education in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering with a minimum 3.4/4.0 overall GPA required, classes in heat transfer principles, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
• Excellent problem‑solving and time management skills, good judgment, ability to interpret data, analyze results and make quick decisions required.
• Highly professional, organized, and trustworthy team player with superior communication skills and ability to build relationships; proficiency in English.
• Creative and driven to perform calculations with precision.
• Ability to read, write, problem solve, make quick decisions, interpret data and analyze results; effective written and verbal communication is essential.

We offer a flexible work schedule with the option of working half‑days on Fridays! We provide a full benefits package. Our 401(k) provides an employer match and an annual non‑elective contribution. We provide medical with an employer contribution toward the HSA. Dental and Short‑Term disability is 100% covered by the company. We also offer vision and fitness reimbursement.

Nooter/Eriksen is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, safe, and empowered to do their best work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

Pre‑employment drug screen and background check required.