Upwing Energy · 1 day ago
Director of Compressor Systems
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expUpwing Energy is seeking a Director of Compressor Systems who will manage the product lifecycle from design to field performance. The role involves technical oversight of product analysis and design, guiding tool development, and interfacing with various teams to enhance product performance.
EnergySustainabilityEnvironmental ConsultingOil and Gas
Hiring Manager
Louis Smith
Responsibilities
Technical oversight of the product's analysis and design from the system perspective, owns requirements for the product at all levels – system, subsystems, components, ancillary equipment, etc
Guides team for our product design tool development and improvement, our product design and validation processes to meet customer operational requirements and directs projects that offer improves to the product
Fundamentally understands our products operating principles
Interfaces with engineering, operations, test and field deployment to analyze, design, build, test and deploy tools to understand what improvements need to be made to more accurately predict and enhance our product's performance
Works with engineering in product improvements and qualification
Communicates expectations internally
Works with team members to define required tests and approve test plans, including participation in test stand development and requirements
Works with technicians to execute compressor test plans and resolve testing issues
Follow the requirements of our Quality Management System
Oversees and improves CFD and turbomachinery performance modelling to develop internal capabilities, and put in place clear processes to optimize for the expected demand
Reports updates of activities and status to teams and management regularly
Qualification
Required
Mechanical Engineering degree
A minimum of 10 years of engineering experience with a minimum of 3 years of compressor analysis experience
Computational Fluid Dynamics understanding with tools like ANSYS Fluent and ANSYS CFX
Heat Transfer understanding with tools, such as ANSYS Mechanical
Prior experience as a Functional Manager or Technical Product Manager
Familiar with creating ERP system BOM's & Routers, experience with Global Shop is a plus
Industry experience in rotating equipment
Knowledge of standard manufacturing processes for complex, precision turbo machinery: casting, printing, machining, milling, grinding, rotor balancing, mechanical and electrical assembly, inspection techniques, oil management systems (tubing, fittings, etc.) and pressurized assemblies
Good interpersonal and interfacing skills (i.e. communicating well with people across different departments both internally and externally, resolving conflicts, leading teams and mentoring team members)
Risk management mindset and the ability to lead multiple programs with strong attention to strategy, implementation and delegation
Demonstrated initiative to explore alternative technology and approaches to solving problems
Exceptional organizational skills, able to manage multiple work streams effectively and provide timely updates
Additional computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
Company
Upwing Energy
Upwing Energy brings gas production to new heights by providing an artificial lift technology.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$32.12M2022-11-17Series C· $22M
2020-03-27Series Unknown· $10.12M
2018-06-12Series Unknown
Leadership Team
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Ahmed Elbehery
VP of Field Operation
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