Development Engineer - Testing of Electrodes for Alkaline Electrolysis – DTU Energy

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We seek a 9-month Development Engineer to carry out testing of electrodes for H2 and O2 evolution in alkaline environment (AE) by means of RDE testing under varying temperature, electrolyte composition, and operating pressure.

The job
The Section of Low Temperature Electrochemistry at DTU Energy carries out research on electrochemical conversion and storage technologies. Our research spans from fundamental understanding of electrochemical materials and processes to fabrication of lab scale components and devices and testing using advanced electrochemical characterization methods and test stations. We work in close collaboration with other Sections within the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage, expanding our capacity for materials processing, microstructural characterization, and modelling.

Electrolysis is a key technology for transitioning to a 100% sustainable energy system, as it both enables cost effective and large scale storage of intermittent renewable electricity and provides the means for the production of sustainable fuels and chemicals. Alkaline electrolysis is the most mature and low cost amongst electrolysis technologies but requires a boost in efficiency and production rate to further lower the price of hydrogen produced to a level that can compete with fossil fuel derived hydrogen. Improving electrodes for H2 and O2 evolution in alkaline environment is expected to contribute greatly in this direction, and forms the main goal of this PostDoc project.

Responsibilities and tasks
At DTU Energy we are developing electrocatalysts, electrodes, and membranes for advanced alkaline electrolysis cells. We do so by exploring and fine-tuning the underlying processes that help guide progress in a rational manner. The aim of this Development Engineer position is to carry out RDE measurements on a series of metals and under a broad range of electrolyte compositions and temperatures to generate the data that will help understand the behaviour of the electrodes under realistic operating conditions.

  • You will carry out detailed electrochemical testing of selected metal and metal-alloy catalysts in AE, with emphasis on the influence of electrolyte composition, temperature, and pressure.
  • Your work will build upon a broad knowledge base on electrochemistry and specialized testing infrastructure in the Department, and benefit from our well-equipped and diverse labs and a spirit of knowledge sharing and collaboration within the Department.
  • You will be responsible for the maintenance, calibration and general well being of the equipment allocated to the realization of these measurements, as well as the preparation of electrolyte solutions and polishing of electrodes for the RDE tests.
  • You are expected to take a leading role in the practical gearing of your project, establishing an action and time plan, and coordinating the required work in the most efficient and productive way possible.

Our expectations of you
Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent in e.g. Physics, Materials Science, or Physical Chemistry.

As an appropriate candidate you are:

  • Highly motivated and enthusiastic about the topic of the project
  • Responsible, sincere, and forthcoming
  • Careful, meticulous, and pro-active
  • Able to work independently
  • Able to accommodate in your planning time boundaries imposed by the project
  • Good at communicating and reporting your work in both written and spoken English

Documented experience in as many as possible of the following specific areas is required:

  • Advanced electrochemical characterization methods and RDE testing in particular
  • Alkaline electrolysis cells or other type of electrochemical cells employing liquid electrolytes
  • Working with corrosive chemicals and dangerous gases
  • Electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction and other structural and chemical analysis techniques

What we offer in return
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 9 months.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here .

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than Monday, 25 September 2023 (23:59 Danish time). Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates.

Further information may be obtained from Senior Scientist Christodoulos Chatzichristodoulou; [email protected] , tel.: +45 2132 5057 or Head of Section Johan Hjelm; [email protected] .

You can read more about the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage at www.energy.dtu.dk/english .

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

The Department of Energy Conversion and Storage is focused on education, research, and development within functional materials and their application in sustainable energy technologies. In a sustainable energy system a large part of the energy will be supplied by fluctuating sources such as solar and wind power. This makes it critically important to be able to convert and store the energy as needed. The researchers in the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage work on technologies and materials for direct conversion and subsequent storage of different forms of energy.

Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

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Jobbet er oprettet på vores service den 11.9.2023, men kan have været deaktiveret og genaktiveret igen.

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