Location: ERL S SP 9
Mode of Employment: Part-time / Fixed Term
A Snapshot of Your Day
Anion-exchange membrane water electrolysis unifies the benefits of alkaline and proton-exchange membrane technology towards the production of green hydrogen. The membrane-electrode assembly comprises catalysts and polymeric materials. During its fabrication, the membrane-electrode assembly may be subject to mechanical tension, temperature, solvent exposure, and the like; once operational, the components are required to withstand mechanical stress in alkaline environments. The properties of such polymeric components play an important role towards electrolyser performance and are investigated in this thesis study.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Examine the chemical & physical behaviour and characteristics of suitable polymeric materials and their processability
- Develop and conduct experiments for the assessment of polymer properties based on, but not limited to, differential scanning calorimetry, dynamic mechanical analysis, X-ray diffraction, and the like
- Evaluate the investigated materials and recorded results with respect to the state of the art in scientific literature
- Utilise the obtained information on polymer properties to develop guidelines for high-quality electrodes for water electrolysis
What You Bring
- Current master's studies in materials science, chemistry, polymer chemistry, chemical/process engineering or equivalent
- Working experience in a chemical (or equivalent) laboratory
- Good understanding of polymer materials and their physical as well as chemical characteristics
- Ability to work on project targets efficiently individually as well as part of a team
- Versed skills in data analysis software, e.g. Python or Origin
- Appropriate knowledge of English (and/or German)
About the Team
Our Transformation of Industry division is decarbonizing the industrial sector. Increasing electrification and efficiency are key and demand for green H2 and derivative fuels will rise. We enable decarbonization of the industrial sector and the transition to sustainable processes, building on a strong industrial customer base, a global network, diverse technologies, and integrated execution capabilities.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we're also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Our Commitment to Diversity
Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.
Rewards/Benefits
- Exciting insights into an international company
- Lay the foundation for your career with us
We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.
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