Thesis (B/M): Test execution and evaluation on a vertical pyrolysis plant

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.

The Advanced Carbon Conversion Technologies department is now offering a thesis on the topic of “Implementation and evaluation of test campaigns on a pyrolysis plant to optimize the plant parameters with regard to the oil yield as part of the EU project ‘SEAFAIRER’.

The finite nature of fossil fuels is increasingly forcing a rethink in energy policy. Fossil fuels can be replaced through the intensive use of biogenic residues. In order to drive this development forward, a promising new pyrolysis technology for the conversion of biogenic residues into high-quality energy sources such as biochar, hydrogen-rich synthesis gases and bio-crude oils is being operated and optimized as part of the European funding project Seafairer. The main focus of this thesis is the implementation and evaluation of the test campaigns with various feedstocks at the VINTER conversion plant as well as optimization measures within the scope of the project.

What you will do

Optimization measures on the pilot plant to maximize the desired yield
Carrying out the test campaigns in shift operation
Derivation and implementation of optimization measures for plant operation
Preparation of the test results
Derivation of process parameters for optimized plant control
Elaboration and visualization of the results

What you bring to the table

Must have:

Class B driver's license
You are enthusiastic, committed and enjoy working independently
Very good language skills in German and English

Nice to have:

High technical affinity and interest in practical work in a creative environment
Interest in technical and ecological issues
Experience in a chemical-physical laboratory

What you can expect

Be part of our team to shape a resource-conserving future together
We offer a varied, creative working day at the interface between business and science
We live modern working models, such as New Work and diversity
Flexitime, home office, digital - we offer you flexible and mobile working as well as a wide range of options for balancing work and private life
Right from the start, we support you in your individual career development through comprehensive further development opportunities and accompanying programs
We support our employees by offering comprehensive health and mindfulness programs for a good balance
You can find even more attractive benefits here: Fraunhofer UMSICHT as an employer

The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. 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 will be happy to answer any questions you may have about this position:

Mr. Pascal Schwarz

phone: +49 (0) 9661 8155-634

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT

www.umsicht-suro.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 74109 Application Deadline:

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