Natural scientist / engineer in research (f/m/x)

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft-und Raumfahrt e.V.; Jülich; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prominent research institute in aerospace and energy is seeking a qualified candidate for a position focused on thermochemical fuel production. Responsibilities include designing components, developing plant concepts, and conducting experiments. Candidates must have a Master's or PhD in relevant fields and strong skills in high-temperature applications and numerical simulations. Excellent communication in German and English is essential. The role offers a competitive remuneration package based on qualifications.

Qualifikationen

• Completed scientific degree in natural sciences or engineering, preferably with a doctorate.
• Experience in design and operation of components for high-temperature applications.
• Very good communication skills in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Conceive and design components for thermochemical fuel production.
• Develop plant concepts and validate models through experiments.
• Communicate with project partners on international projects.

Kenntnisse

Design of components for high-temperature applications

Numerical simulation of heat transport processes

Experience with CAD software

Understanding of solar chemistry

Communication skills in German and English

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in natural sciences or engineering

Tools

CAD software

Jobbeschreibung

The Institute of Future Fuels contributes to making renewable resources available and thus replacing fossil resources. We develop solutions for how hydrogen and fuels can be produced cost‑effectively on an industrial scale from the raw materials water, CO₂, and nitrogen using renewable energies.

What To Expect

In our international team, we are investigating thermochemical redox cycles for the production of synthesis gas, a tailor‑made mixture of H₂ and CO that serves as an important intermediate product for sustainable fuels. The processes use concentrated solar radiation to carry out endothermic reactions at high temperatures in receiver reactors. In order to make the process as efficient as possible, various chemical and physical processes and requirements must be taken into account. Optimizing such systems is correspondingly complex and requires an interdisciplinary approach. You will be part of exploratory research and development, in which innovative reactor concepts are investigated using models and experimentally tested and characterised in test stands.

Your tasks

• conception and design of components and test stands for the demonstration of processes for thermochemical fuel production
• development of plant concepts
• construction, commissioning and test operation of solar plants in the laboratory, mini‑plant and pilot scale
• creating models of solar reactors, heat exchangers and other key components of a fuel production process, in particular of a fuel production process, in particular with regard to thermodynamics and fluid dynamics
• validation of models by planning and conducting suitable experiments
• communication with project partners in German and international projects
• preparation of scientific publications

Your profile

• completed scientific university degree (Master's/University Diploma) in the natural sciences (e.g. specialising in physics, chemistry, etc.) or engineering sciences (e.g. specialising in mechanical engineering, process engineering, etc.) or other degree programmes relevant to the job, preferably with a doctorate
• experience in the design, construction and operation of components for high‑temperature applications
• experience in numerical simulation of heat transport processes, chemical reactions and fluid dynamics
• experience with high‑temperature processes / materials (>800°C) and in designing with CAD software
• experience with solar chemistry and solar thermochemistry and in the field of concentrating solar technology
• independence, teamwork and co‑operation skills, interdisciplinary cooperation, Commitment and willingness to learn
• very good verbal and written communication skills in German and English

Remuneration is up to the German TVöD EG 13 depending on qualifications and assigned tasks.

We look forward to getting to know you!

If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 3462) please contact:

Dr. Stefan Brendelberger

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