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Destinus

Turbomachinery Engineer

1w

Destinus

Hengelo, NL · Full-time · €70,000 – €95,000

About this role

Destinus is an aerospace technology company founded under the belief that distance shouldn’t matter. We build hydrogen-powered near-space vehicles ten times faster than conventional aircraft for just-in-time logistics, e-commerce, and supply chains. The Turbomachinery Engineer role is key for developing next-generation turbomachinery solutions.

You will handle mechanical design of gas turbine components and assemblies, perform FEA simulations, and conduct basic calculations. Participate in or lead technical investigations and set up suppliers with the supply chain team. Manage development projects while mentoring junior engineers.

Join the Destinus R&D team in a fast-growing organization with an international environment and expert colleagues. Provide technical support to supply chain, operations, and field service. Work proactively with technical affinity to advance high-speed aerospace innovation.

This position offers a chance to drive the world’s energy transition and reduce emissions literally bringing stuff instantly to the other side of the world. Benefit from flexible hours in a dynamic setting. Grow by leading projects and qualifying manufacturing processes.

Requirements

  • University degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar with an MEng, MSc, or equivalent
  • Working knowledge in mechanical design of gas turbine components
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Software skills including SolidWorks or equivalent
  • Experience with FEA
  • Knowledge about high-temperature materials
  • Knowledge about manufacturing processes
  • Experience from lifetime assessments of gas turbine components

Responsibilities

  • Mechanical design of gas turbine components and assemblies
  • Perform FEA simulations and basic calculations to support the design process
  • Participate and/or lead technical investigations
  • Set up and qualify suppliers and manufacturing processes in collaboration with supply chain
  • Set up and manage development projects and tasks
  • Mentor junior engineers
  • Provide technical support to supply chain, operations, and field service

Benefits

  • Good employment conditions and flexible working hours
  • 37 vacation days
  • Pension scheme at BeFrank
  • Join a fast-growing organization
  • International working environment with expert colleagues