Development Engineer Position to work on modeling and simulation of dynamic reactive processes to obtain short-chain hydrocarbons


IMDEA Energy Institute is a María de Maeztu Center of Excellence whose objective is to develop R&D activities in the fields of renewable energies and clean energy technologies by establishing strong links with leading companies in the energy sector. (www.energy.imdea.org).

Description

IMDEA Energy is opening a Development Engineer position for the Systems Analysis Unit, looking for talented and motivated candidates to join the research team of the project aimed at the direct co-processing of CO2 and water to obtain sustainable multicarbon energy products in a novel photocatalytic reactor.

Tasks Description:

  • Functional design of a process for the separation of short-chain hydrocarbons mixed with other compounds.
  • Simulation of separation processes.
  • Technoeconomic study of the processes developed.
  • Development of inventories of the processes for the comprehensive analysis of their sustainability
  • Dissemination and publication of research results through high-quality scientific publications.
Requirements

Compulsory Requirements

  • Degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental or Energy Engineering, or a related area.
  • Deep knowledge in process engineering and process simulation, as well as in specific software, in the field of chemical and energy processes.
  • More than 10 years of experience in these topics.
  • Proven participation in, at least, 5 engineering projects.

Other merits to value:

  • Knowledge of simulation on dynamics state.
  • Knowledge of industrial safety and risk assessment .
  • Fluent oral and written communication skills in English. 
Selection Criteria
  • Adequacy of the candidate's training to the requested profile.
  • Work experience related to the profile of the job position.
  • Knowledge of English.
  • Motivation for accomplishing high-quality research.
Conditions

Remuneration: Depending on qualification and expertise.

*The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System.

Duration of the contract: Employment contract in accordance with current legislation.

Workplace

IMDEA Energía: Móstoles, Madrid.

Documents

Final decisions will be personally communicated by e-mail to all candidates.

 

Equal opportunities are guaranteed in the selection process, without any forms of discrimination. Female  applicants are encouraged to apply to favor parity in employment.
IMDEA Energy commitment is to guarantee equality in measures to balance personal, family and working life and to promote gender equality.