PhD - Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer

JR Germany; Münster; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading engineering company is seeking a PhD – Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer to design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications. This role involves using advanced software tools and collaborating with teams to validate models, contributing to innovative projects in CO2 reduction and green energy.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Additional leave entitlements

Opportunities for development in an international team

Engaging and diverse work topics

Qualifikationen

• PhD or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
• Experience with numerical simulations in OpenFOAM or similar software.
• Proficiency in C++ or Python programming.

Aufgaben

• Design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications using software.
• Run simulations for various scenarios with the OpenFOAM solver.
• Collaborate with experimental teams to validate and improve models.

Kenntnisse

Numerical methods

Plasma physics

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

English proficiency

C++ programming

Python programming

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, emphasizing innovation and sustainability in a carbon-free industry.

As part of the SMS group, a leading supplier and builder of metal industry plants with 15,000 employees worldwide, we serve customers in the steel industry and beyond.

We are actively working on CO2 reduction in ironmaking, focusing on green energy and hydrogen. A key research project is the EASyMelt concept, developed with plasma torch technology.

Position:

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

Responsibilities:

• Design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications using software like OpenFOAM or Code_saturne.
• Run simulations for various scenarios with the OpenFOAM solver.
• Estimate thermodynamic and transport properties of plasma using statistical mechanics.
• 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 knowledge of numerical methods and plasma physics.
• Experience with numerical simulations in OpenFOAM or similar software.
• Proficiency in C++ or Python programming.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in English; French or German skills are advantageous.

Additional Information:

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