PhD - Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer

JR Germany; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading engineering company is seeking a PhD – Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer to join their team in Düsseldorf. The role involves designing and simulating plasma torches for industrial applications, utilizing advanced numerical methods and simulations. Candidates should possess a PhD or Master's degree in relevant fields, with strong programming skills in C++ or Python. The position offers opportunities for development in an innovative environment with flexible working hours.

Leistungen

Development opportunities in an innovative company

Flexible working hours

Generous leave entitlements

Engaging topics and diverse work streams

Qualifikationen

• PhD or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of numerical methods and plasma physics.
• Experience with numerical simulations using OpenFOAM or similar software.

Aufgaben

• Design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications.
• Run OpenFOAM Solver simulations for various scenarios.
• Develop numerical models for plasma torches.

Kenntnisse

Numerical methods

Plasma physics

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Programming in C++

Programming in Python

Proficiency in English

Ausbildung

PhD or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PhD or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

PhD or Master's degree in Physics

Tools

OpenFOAM

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job Description:

Paul Wurth S.A. is an international engineering company based in Luxembourg, with 500 highly motivated employees. We are a global leader in ironmaking technologies, focusing on innovation and sustainability.

As part of the SMS group, a leading technology supplier for the metals industry with 15,000 employees worldwide, we serve our customers in the steel industry and beyond.

We are actively working on CO2 reduction in ironmaking, including the EASyMelt concept that integrates plasma torches. We are seeking a PhD – Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer (m/f/d) to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications.
• Run OpenFOAM Solver simulations for various scenarios.
• Estimate thermodynamic and transport properties of plasma using statistical mechanics.
• Develop numerical models for plasma torches using software such as OpenFOAM or Code_saturne.
• Collaborate with experimental teams to validate and improve models.

Qualifications:

• PhD or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of numerical methods and plasma physics.
• Experience with numerical simulations using OpenFOAM or similar software.
• Programming skills in C++ or Python.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Proficiency in English; French or German is a plus.

Benefits:

• Internship supported by a PhD in an international team within Luxembourg's leading industry players.
• Development opportunities in an innovative, dynamic company.
• Flexible working hours and generous leave entitlements.
• Engaging topics and diverse work streams.