PhD - Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer

JR Germany; Regensburg; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading international engineering company is seeking a PhD – Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer to design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications. The role involves collaboration with engineers and researchers, requiring a strong background in mechanical or chemical engineering, and expertise in numerical simulations. The position offers development opportunities in an innovative environment with flexible working hours.

Leistungen

Internship support within an international team

Development opportunities in an innovative environment

Flexible working hours

Qualifikationen

• Strong understanding of numerical methods and plasma physics.
• Experience with numerical simulations using software such as OpenFOAM.
• Proficiency in English; French or German skills are advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications.
• Run the developed OpenFOAM Solver for various scenarios.
• Collaborate with experimental teams to validate and improve simulation models.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Numerical methods

Plasma physics

Programming (C++ or Python)

Ausbildung

PhD or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related fields

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 with deep roots in Luxembourg. We rely on the competence of our 500 highly motivated employees. We are a global leader in ironmaking technologies, driven by innovation and taking an active role in shaping a sustainable and carbon-free industry.

As part of the global SMS group, a leading technology supplier and plant builder for the metals industry employing 15,000 people worldwide, we are a strong partner for our customers in the steel industry and beyond.

Paul Wurth, as a global leader in ironmaking technology, is actively working on CO2 reduction approaches for blast furnace-based iron production. A dedicated R&D group focusing on CO2 reduction techniques, green energy, and hydrogen has been established. One promising research path is the EASyMelt concept, developed by Paul Wurth, integrating plasma torches.

We are looking for a PhD – Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer (m/f/d).

As a Plasma Torch Simulation Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to design and simulate plasma torches for industrial applications. You will collaborate with engineers and researchers to develop innovative plasma torch solutions.

• Run the developed OpenFOAM Solver for various scenarios.
• Estimate thermodynamic and transport properties of plasma using statistical mechanics.
• Develop numerical models for plasma torches using simulation software like OpenFOAM or Code_saturne.
• Collaborate with experimental teams to validate and improve simulation models.
• Hold a PhD or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
• Have a strong understanding of numerical methods and plasma physics.
• Experience with numerical simulations using software such as OpenFOAM.
• Familiarity with programming languages like C++ or Python.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in English; French or German skills are advantageous.

Benefits include internship support within an international team at one of Luxembourg's leading industrial companies, development opportunities in an innovative environment, flexible working hours, and engaging work topics.