PhD - Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer

JR Germany; Halle (Saale); Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading engineering company is seeking a PhD-level Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer to design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications. This role involves collaboration with experimental teams and requires expertise in numerical methods and plasma physics. The position offers opportunities for development in a dynamic international environment, flexible working hours, and engaging projects.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Generous leave entitlements

Opportunities for development

Engaging projects

Qualifikationen

• PhD or Master’s degree in relevant fields required.
• Strong understanding of numerical methods and plasma physics.
• Experience with numerical simulation software like OpenFOAM.

Aufgaben

• Design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications.
• Estimate thermodynamic and transport properties of plasma.
• Develop numerical models for plasma torches.

Kenntnisse

Numerical methods

Plasma physics

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Programming (C++ or Python)

Ausbildung

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree in Physics

Tools

OpenFOAM

Code_saturne

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description:

Paul Wurth S.A. is an international engineering company based in Luxembourg, with a team of 500 highly motivated employees. We are a global leader in ironmaking technologies, committed to innovation and sustainability in the industry.

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

We are actively working on CO2 reduction techniques for blast furnace-based iron production, focusing on the EASyMelt concept developed in collaboration with plasma torches.

Position:

PhD – Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer (m/f/d)

Responsibilities:

• Design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications using tools like OpenFOAM.
• Estimate thermodynamic and transport properties of plasma via statistical mechanics.
• Develop numerical models for plasma torches.
• 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 simulation software such as OpenFOAM or Code_saturne.
• Proficiency in programming languages like C++ or Python.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in English; French or German skills are advantageous.

Additional Information:

• Internship supported by a PhD in an international team within Luxembourg's industrial sector.
• Opportunities for development in an innovative, international, and dynamic company.
• Flexible working hours and generous leave entitlements.
• Engaging projects and diverse work streams.