Master Thesis (f/m/x): Energy Optimization in sustainable nitrogen production

The Institute for Future Fuels researches processes that enable the production of fuels and chemical raw materials using renewable energy sources and resources. The focus is on the use of solar heat and electricity as well as sustainable process management.

What to expect

Start your career with an exciting and interdisciplinary master\’s thesis in the field of thermal process engineering. Join us developing and optimizing a new way of hydrogen storage by binding the hydrogen in form of ammonia. The nitrogen required for this should be produced sustainably using solar power. You will directly contribute to the project by making the process as energy-efficient as possible.

Your tasks

• familiarization with the process of thermochemical air separation and the state of the art in heat recovery mechanisms
• development and comparison of concepts for the energetic optimization of the process by means of heat recovery
• design, simulation, and optimization of components for heat recovery
• documentation and presentation of your results

Your profile

• current university studies in mechanical engineering, energy technology, chemical engineering, environmental engineering or similar
• knowledge of and interest in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
• programming experience (e.g., Python, Aspen Plus) and experience in data evaluation and processing
• curiosity to learn new simulation tools
• independence, ability to work in a team and cooperate, interdisciplinary collaboration, commitment and willingness to learn
• very good verbal and written communication skills in German and English

Remuneration is up to the German TVöD 5 depending on qualifications and assigned tasks.

We look forward to getting to know you!

If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 3319) please contact:

Dr. Lena Klaas
Tel.: +49 2203 601 2631