Master Thesis: Design of Flow Rig for Aero-Acoustic Characterization of Noise Reduction Solutions (Aeroacoustics)

Location: Finspång, Sweden

Company

hirify.global develops energy technologies for reliable and sustainable power generation, with the Gas Services division focused on service, decarbonization, modernization, and digitalization of gas-turbine fleets.

What you will do

• Review existing experimental methods for aeroacoustic characterization, including the two-port method.
• Design attachments and subcomponents for a flow rig operating under gas-turbine flow, pressure, and temperature conditions.
• Conduct experiments to characterize and validate the performance of noise reduction systems.
• Analyze the aeroacoustic behavior of multiple systems and assess measurement quality, usability, and cost.
• Develop and optimize postprocessing scripts.
• Present results to the global R&D Test team.

Requirements

• Be in the final year of an engineering degree, with a specialization or interest in acoustics, materials science, mechanical design, or a related field.
• Demonstrate a self-driven, problem-solving approach and willingness to learn.
• Show interest in engineering challenges, new technologies, and complex multiphysics problems.
• Preferably have CAD experience with Siemens NX or PTC Creo.

Culture & Benefits

• Work alongside qualified professionals in gas-turbine technology and R&D testing.
• Employment benefits include reduced working hours, advance vacation, and a health care allowance.
• An eventual flexible working-place arrangement may be available.
• Work within an international organization with employees in more than 90 countries.