PhD: PtX Process Simulation & Techno-Economic Optimization

Syddansk Universitet; Odense; Presencial; DKK 379.000 - 454.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The PhD position at Syddansk Universitet focuses on process simulation, techno-economic optimization, and integration of large-scale Power-to-X systems for renewable fuels and chemicals. The role emphasizes coupling detailed process models with economic analysis to guide capacity and operating decisions.

The successful candidate will work within the SDU Life Cycle Engineering center in Odense, collaborating with national and international partners, and contribute to high-impact research while

Formación

• Master's degree in chemical engineering or equivalent.
• Strong interest in process modelling, thermodynamic analysis, TEA, and optimization of renewable energy conversion technologies.
• Experience with Aspen Plus/HYSYS and programming is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Develop detailed process simulation models for PtX technologies and integrated production pathways.
• Perform thermodynamic analyses and mass/energy balances.
• Develop techno-economic models to estimate investment and operating costs and levelized production costs.
• Apply optimization approaches to explore configurations, capacities and economics under varying electricity supply and prices.
• Collaborate with academic and industrial partners and complete required PhD courses.

Conocimientos

Process simulation

Techno-economic assessment

Optimization

Python

MATLAB

Sector coupling

Educación

Master's degree in chemical engineering

Herramientas

Aspen Plus

Aspen HYSYS

Descripción del empleo

The PhD position at Syddansk Universitet focuses on process simulation, techno-economic optimization, and integration of large-scale Power-to-X systems for renewable fuels and chemicals. The role emphasizes coupling detailed process models with economic analysis to guide capacity and operating decisions.

The successful candidate will work within the SDU Life Cycle Engineering center in Odense, collaborating with national and international partners, and contribute to high-impact research while