Thesis (B/m): Process Optimization in Pyrolysis:

vor 2 Monaten


SulzbachRosenberg, Deutschland Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology Vollzeit

**What you will do**
- Carrying out tests on existing pyrolysis plants including optimization of the process parameters
- Analyzing the resulting products in the laboratory using various analysis techniques such as elemental analysis, particle size analysis, X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy and much more
- Summary and evaluation of the results obtained

**What you bring to the table**

must have:
Degree in engineering or natural sciences (e.g. mechanical engineering, energy technology, bio
- and environmental process engineering, environmental technology, chemistry, materials science or similar)

nice to have:

- Previous experience of working in a laboratory and with technical equipment

**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

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.

**We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about this position**:
Mrs. Sophie Schönfeld

phone: +49 (0) 9661 8155-620

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT

Requisition Number: 75960 Application Deadline:



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