The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics as an institute of the Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science (registered association) is one of the leading centres for fusion research and is engaged in developing the physical foundations for a future fusion power plant. The institute is affiliated to the European Fusion Programme.
The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics is looking for an experienced engineer or physicist (m/f/d) with a focus on FEM thermal and structural analysis to carry out research work in the "Engineering Analysis" group of the Stellarator Dynamics and Transport Division (E5) at the large-scale experiment Wendelstein 7-X (W7-X) at the Greifswald branch.
Your tasks
- Collecting necessary data and development of complex, multiphysics models for thermal and mechanical analysis of primarily in vessel plant components, structures and diagnostics
- Performing thermal and mechanical FEM analyses with complex 3D models
- Evaluating calculation results using relevant standards and estimating operating limits of plant components and structures
- Independent processing and documentation of results in form of reports, relevant presentations and descriptions of your models
- Benchmarking and further development of existing global FE models
- Updating and development of specialized auxiliary programs using Python, MATLAB etc.
- Publishing highlights of your work in relevant journals/conferences
Your profile/Our requirements
- Completed scientific or university studies in an engineering science (e.g. MSc in thermal engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering), experimental physics or applied mathematics
- Professional experience in the multifaceted analyses of complex components, units, constructions
- Ready-to-use "ANSYS Workbench" skills as well as knowledge of "ANSYS APDL”
- Application-ready programming skills in Python, MATLAB
- Very good English language skills for communication in an international team and for compact presentations of scientific and technical issues
Your preferable abilities and experiences
- Deep knowledge of thermal/mechanical structural analyses features
- Ability to work under time pressure, on your own, but also in a team
- Ability to carry out independent research with own innovations
- Ability to work within and to present to an international team of scientists
- Ability to supervise young specialists and external contracts
- Experience in the design of fusion equipment and with the materials used there
We offer
- An interesting job with challenging tasks at the interface of science and engineering in one of the largest research institutes for fusion research
- Flexible working hours and conditions
- Training and opportunities for further education
- Company pension scheme
- Other social benefits
The position is available immediately and limited to a duration of two years. The salary is based on the assignment of tasks and qualifications and goes up to pay group 14 according to the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD Bund). The IPP seeks to increase the proportion of employed women in those areas where they are underrepresented and explicitly encourages women to apply for this position. The IPP is committed to employing more disabled individuals and especially encourages them to apply.
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