Process Engineer as Research Assistant in Power-to-X Technologies (PhD

Your Tasks

About the Project

Within the project, we collaborate with 11 industrial partners from the chemical sector to develop innovative concepts for the electrification of chemical processes and the implementation of circular economy strategies. Using automated high-throughput simulations and neural networks, we create digital twins of existing processes and novel concepts. These digital twins serve as a basis for process optimization as well as ecological and economic assessments.

Your Role

Your work will focus on developing methods for applying generative AI to the creation of process simulations. The goal is to enable even less experienced users to design and set up process simulations. You will work closely with chemical engineers in the project team who provide the necessary domain expertise on chemical processes. Furthermore, you will use commercial process simulation software, which will process the input generated by the AI.

Your Profile

Completed university degree (Master’s or Diploma) in AI, process engineering / chemical engineering, or a comparable qualification

Both theoretical (coursework) and practical experience in modifying, training and applying AI, especially generative AI

Proofed skills on applying AI in a foreign domain, collaborating with domain experts and probably even within chemical industry

Proficient in programming languages such as Python

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Very good command of English

Benefits: We Have a Lot To Offer

Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus

30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31

Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme

Excellent support during the academic qualification phase

Joint team activities

Family-friendly environment with childcare options, also during school holidays

Flexible working hours

A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development

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