Master Thesis «Investigation of Future Scenarios for Industrial Process Heat»

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 30 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 2.9 billion euros.

As one of 76 institutes of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft we show how to not only master crises, but grow from them. Pushing boundaries. Always trying something new. Not just thinking, but thinking ahead. We turn research into the future.

We want an earth that is worth living on. With our research in the divisions of climate-neutral energy systems, resource-efficient processes and circular products, we make concrete contributions to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. Our employees conduct research in the fields of energy, environment, safety, health, communication and mobility.

Would you like to transfer your ideas into beneficial and meaningful research? The group Energy Process Technology deals with the transformation of process heat in industry, which accounts for almost one fifth of the German final energy demand. As part of your master's thesis, you will investigate how future scenarios for industrial process heat demand and supply are created and how specific uncertainties are taken into account in these scenarios.

What you will do

Literature research for the creation of future scenarios for industrial process heat
Comparison and evaluation of the methodology for the creation of future scenarios for industrial process heat
Analysis of the uncertainties within the future scenarios
If necessary, verification of the theoretical investigation on the basis of real operating examples

If desired, the Master Thesis can also be combined with a previous work as a student assistant.

What you bring to the table

Studies in the field of energy technology, mechanical engineering, process engineering, engineering, mathematics or in a similar field
First knowledge in the field of industrial energy requirements
Ability to develop and contriubte your own ideas
Independent, accurate and scientific way of working
High ability to work in a team and fast comprehension skills

What you can expect

As part of a dynamic team, you actively drive sustainable solutions for a resource-efficient future
Opportunity to combine your knowledge from your studies with practical experience at the interface between business and science and to integrate your own ideas
New Work, diversity and cooperative interaction are important components of our strategic orientation
Flexible working hours - we know that your studies come first
Flexible work locations that fit your studies - mobile work and on-site work are combined as needed
Intense support for the preparation of your final thesis
Health and mindfulness programs for good balance
You can find even more attractive benefits here: Fraunhofer UMSICHT as employer

The position is limited to 6 months. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding this position:

Carlota von Thadden del Valle
Phone: +49 208 8598-1361
Email: bewerbung@umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT

www.umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 64651

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