Master thesis »Selection and design of an absorber system for separating CO2 from flue gas«

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research units throughout Germany and is a leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 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 applied research on Circular Economy, Carbon Management, Green Hydrogen and Local Energy Systems, 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.

Reducing CO₂ emissions in industrial processes is necessary to achieve climate targets. Waste incineration plants unavoidably generate flue gases containing CO₂, the recycling of which through separation and utilization in a low-temperature electrolysis (NTCE) to synthesis gas (CO, H₂) is a future-oriented approach. The aim of this master's thesis is to select and analytically design a technically and economically viable absorber system for the separation of CO₂ from flue gases. The focus is on the scientific evaluation of the technologies, the analytical design of the fluid-dynamic processes and a critical assessment with regard to feasibility and cost.

What you will do

Literature and patent research on CO₂ capture technology
Critical comparison and selection of suitable absorber technologies
Analytical design and dimensioning of a CO₂ absorber system
Evaluation of technical and economic feasibility
Documentation and scientific discussion of the results

What you bring to the table

Studies in process engineering, chemical engineering, environmental engineering or similar
Basic knowledge of thermodynamic and fluid dynamic design
Ability to carry out independent scientific research and evaluation
Confident handling of engineering software and analytical calculation methods
Very good written and spoken German or English skills
Initial experience with CO₂ separation technologies
Knowledge in the creation of process flow diagrams (PFD/ P&ID)
Experience in using CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
Knowledge in the field of economic evaluation or techno-economic analyses
Experience with scientific documentation and presentations

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

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!

We would like to point out that applications are only accepted via our career portal. For data protection reasons, we cannot accept applications by e-mail. Please submit at least the following documents:

Curriculum vitae
Current certificate of enrollment
Current transcript of records
Bachelor's certificate, if you are already in the Master's study program

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

M.Eng Nils Hohmann
+49 208 8598-1184
bewerbung@umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT

www.umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 79292

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