EngD Position in Experimental Design and Development of a Solid-Gas Thermochemical Heat Transformer

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EngD Position in Experimental Design and Development of a Solid-Gas Thermochemical Heat Transformer

Deadline Published on Vacancy ID 1989

Academic fields

Engineering

Job types

Research, development, innovation

Education level

University graduate

Weekly hours

40 hours per week

Salary indication

max. €2872 per month

Location

Drienerlolaan 5, 7522NB, Enschede

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Job description

Project Overview

Thermochemical heat transformers (TCHTs) are pivotal in capturing and converting low-grade waste heat into usable energy, significantly improving industrial energy efficiency. The core of this technology lies in the reactor, where a solid-gas reaction occurs. This project aims to design and develop a continuous reactor decoupled from the storage.

Your Role
In this dynamic, cross-disciplinary project, you will:
  • Design and develop experimental apparatus and methodologies to investigate solid-gas reactions in a thermochemical heat transformer.
  • Focus on optimizing the heat and mass transfer within the reactor to enhance the performance of the TCHT system.
  • Collaborate closely with academic and industrial partners to translate your research findings into practical solutions.

During these two years you follow a tailor made post-master design program with a combination of education (50%) and working on a design project (50%). Additionally, the UT provides excellent facilities for professional and personal development, a holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus. On successfully completing the programme, you will receive a certified and recognized degree. You will be entitled to use the academic degree EngD and will be registered as a Technological Designer in the Dutch register kept by the Royal Institution of Engineers in the Netherlands (KIVI).

Requirements

  • Educational Background: Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experimental Expertise: Proven experience in experimentation, with a focus on heat and mass transfer, and solid-gas reactor design.
  • Technical Skills: A strong foundation in heat and mass transfer is essential. Expertise in reaction engineering and hands-on experience in designing experimental setups and developing test methods are highly desirable
  • Analytical Abilities: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Communication: Excellent written and spoken English skills, with a track record of writing technical reports or scientific papers.

Conditions of employment

  • We offer you a contract for 24 months;
  • Gross monthly salary of € 2.872,-;
  • Holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, and end of year bonus (8.3%);
  • Minimum of 29 holidays per year in case of fulltime employment.
  • 29 holidays per year in case of full-time employment;
  • A green campus with free access to sports facilities and an international scientific community;
  • Employee status at the UT, including pension and health care benefits. UT is an equal opportunities employer.

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