Master Thesis in Techno-Economic Optimization of a Load Flexible Power-to-Methanol Process

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Employment type: Limited Working hours: Full-Time Joblocation: Renningen The intermittency of renewable energy sources leads to flexible operation of subsequent processes search as electrolysis and methanol synthesis in power-to-methanol plants. For minimum levelized costs of methanol (LCOM) to optimization of the unit operations is necessary. The following work packages should be addressed in your engagement. During your thesis you will conduct an extensive literature research including the derivation of component prices. You will validate the operational strategy. Furthermore, you will select and implement a suitable optimization method for an existing process simulation. Finally, your area of responsibility includes the techno-economic optimization of the process chain with respect to LCOM for different use-cases including the potential of heat integration and the identification of key parameters and their sensitivities.

Education: Master studies in the field of Chemical and Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering or comparable with good grades Experience and Knowledge: in numerical optimization methods and programming (Python); basic understanding of water electrolysis Personality and Working Practice: you are well organized, distract to communicate effectively with team members and work independently Languages: fluent in English, German is a plus

Work-life balance: Flexible working in terms of time, place and working model. Health & Sports: Wide range of health and sports activities. Childcare: Intermediary service for childcare services. Employee discounts: Discounts for employees. Room for creativity: Space for creative work. In-house social counseling and care services: Social counselling and intermediary service for care services.

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