James Sorokes

Dresser-Rand

James M. “Jim” Sorokes is a Principal Engineer with the Dresser-Rand business with more than 40 years of experience in the turbomachinery industry. Jim joined Dresser-Clark (now the Dresser-Rand business) after graduating from St. Bonaventure University in 1976. He spent 28 years in the Aerodynamics Group, became the Supervisor of Aerodynamics in 1984 and was promoted to Manager of Aero/Thermo Design Enginering in 2001. While in the Aerodynamics Group, his primary responsibilities included the development, design, and analysis of all aerodynamic components of centrifugal compressors. In 2004, Jim was named Manager of Development Engineering whereupon he became involved in all aspects of new product development and product upgrades. In 2005, Jim was promoted to principal engineer responsible for various projects related to compressor development and testing. He is also heavily involved in mentoring and training in the field of aerodynamic design, analysis and testing.