Multidimensional Modelling of Hydrogen Value Chains

Employment and Social Development Canada

Varennes

Hybrid

CAD 53,082,000 - 68,734,000

Full time

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Job summary

The Multidimensional Modelling of Hydrogen Value Chains project, hosted by Natural Resources Canada – CanmetENERGY Varennes, invites a Ph.D. level student to analyze and model full hydrogen value chains.

You will use advanced tools to assess techno-economic and environmental performance across production and end-use pathways. The position offers hybrid work with on-site presence in Varennes (QC) and some telework.

Qualifications

M.Sc. or M.Eng. in a relevant field.
Ph.D. program in Applied Mathematics and Industrial Engineering in Canada.
Experience in process modelling and techno-economic analysis.
Experience in LCA and carbon pricing.
Strong oral communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

Model, simulate, and optimize hydrogen production processes.
Review hydrogen technologies and assess transport and storage options.
Evaluate end-use pathways in aviation and iron/steel sectors.
Perform techno-economic analyses and LCA with carbon pricing integration.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and report findings.

Skills

Process modelling

Simulation

Techno-economic analysis

Life cycle assessment

Carbon pricing

Oral communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

M.Sc. or M.Eng. in a relevant field

Ph.D. program in Applied Mathematics and Industrial Engineering

Tools

Aspen

I-BIOREF

Job description

Multidimensional Modelling of Hydrogen Value Chains - Research Affiliate Program

Natural Resources Canada- Energy Efficiency and Technology Sector - CanmetENERGY-Varennes

Closing date:August 28, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Selection process number
2026-RSN-EA-EETS-678568

Salary
$29.64 to $38.38 per hour-It is expected that the student will work 25 hours per week at a rate of pay for students at a Doctorate level. The student should be paid the standard hourly rate based on their year and level of study (paid bi-weekly).

Who can apply

1. You are a full-time student in a post-secondary institution;
2. You are enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of your curriculum;
3. You meet the minimum age required in the province/territory of work;This includes students with physical or emotional disabilities deemed to have full-time status by their academic institution. Adult students registered in education and retraining programs at the secondary level may also be eligible for student employment programs.Note: Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents who meet the job requirements.

Duties

The transition to low-carbon energy systems requires an integrated understanding of hydrogen value chains, from production to end-use. This project aims to develop advanced analytical tools to assess the techno-economic and environmental performance of various hydrogen production and utilization pathways.The candidate will be responsible for analyzing and modelling complete hydrogen value chains, adopting a feedstock-agnostic approach (e.g., water, biomass, and other sources). The work will cover a wide range of existing, emerging, and under-development hydrogen production technologies.

Key responsibilities include:

Conducting a comprehensive review of hydrogen production technologies (e.g., electrolysis, reforming, thermochemical and biological pathways);
Modelling, simulating, and optimizing hydrogen production processes using specialized tools (e.g., Aspen, I-BIOREF, or equivalent);
Evaluating hydrogen transport, storage, and delivery options;
Assessing hydrogen utilization pathways in two key industrial sectors:
- 1. Aviation industry, particularly for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production;
- 2. Iron and steel industry, particularly for iron ore reduction.
Investigating hydrogen quality requirements for each end-use application;
Performing techno-economic assessments and life cycle assessments (LCA), including integration of carbon pricing mechanisms;
Conducting sensitivity analyses to evaluate the impact of key parameters on system performance and viability.

The candidate will work closely with the CanmetENERGY’s Bio-Hydrogen team of Varennes in Quebec. The candidate will be required to attend team meetings, will produce reports presentations and potentially a scientific publication as part of this work. The work will be in hybrid mode i.e., partly on-site at the Varennes (QC) Research Centre and partly teleworking.

Intent of the process

This opportunity is for a duration of eight months geared towards a student who is completing their Ph.D. This duration may be extended for an additional eight months, if required.

Positions to be filled
1

Important messages

Information to provide:

Detailed resume.
Academic transcripts at the M.Sc. and Ph.D. level.

Conditions of employment

Each student hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) must meet the security requirements of the position as a condition of employment, and therefore will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-relevant documents.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in a relevant field.
Currently enrolled or will be enrolled by the date of appointment in a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program in Applied Mathematics and Industrial Engineering at a Canadian university (preferably Polytechnique Montréal, Concordia University, or McGill University).
Ph.D. research topic related to hydrogen production and utilization across industrial sectors.
Experience in process modelling and simulation (e.g., Aspen, I-BIOREF, or equivalent tools).
Experience in techno-economic analysis.
Experience in life cycle assessment (LCA) and carbon pricing.In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.