The Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR) invites applications for a Master's Thesis focused on advancing solar fuel production. In this role, you will contribute to the conceptual and methodological development of a simulation-based optimization framework for redox structures in thermochemical cycles. You will receive individual onboarding to help develop more efficient receiver-redox structures for solar-driven syngas production.
What You'll Do
- Conduct a structured analysis of the current state of research, including an overview of structural concepts and identifying structure-related limitations.
- Derive key relationships between structure, radiation, heat transfer, kinetics, and mechanics.
- Develop a methodological modeling concept for structural optimization covering multiphysics aspects like radiation, heat transfer, kinetics, and thermomechanics.
- Create schematic model structures and representative calculation examples.
- Optimize a parameterized design and conduct detailed analysis of dependencies between different parameters.
What We're Looking For
- Current Master’s studies in mechanical engineering, chemical/process engineering, materials science, energy engineering, physics, computational engineering, or a closely related field.
- A strong interest in thermochemical energy systems, structural design, and additive manufacturing.
- Basic understanding of heat and mass transfer, reaction kinetics, mechanical material behavior, as well as modeling and numerical simulation.
- A structured, analytical working style and enthusiasm for systematic concept development.
- A high degree of independence and good communication skills.
- Very good command of English, both written and spoken.
Technical Stack
- COMSOL
- ANSYS
- Python
Team & Environment
You will join an interdisciplinary team at DLR, collaborating on innovative energy research.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation up to pay grade 5 TVöD, according to the German public sector pay scale.
The Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt is an equal opportunity employer.
