Development Engineer for Electrochemical Test and Characterization of Electrolysis/Fuel cells and stacks

Interest in electrochemical test and characterization of fuel cells and electrolysis cells and stacks for application in energy conversion devices and P2X applications?

We are looking for an experienced development engineer to assist in our research and development projects within the field of electrochemical test and characterization of energy conversion devices such as fuel cells and electrolysis cells and stacks. At DTU Energy we do research and development on energy conversion devices relevant to the green transition. Our research addresses technologies like fuel cells, batteries, solar cells and electrolysis. Electrolysis can split water to hydrogen and oxygen or produce synthesis gas from CO2 and steam. Such technology is essential in Power-to-X (P2X) systems, which target synthesis of green fuels for a sustainable transport sector. For such P2X systems high performing and long-term durable electrolysis cells and stacks are required – and our R&D provides the input for industrial partners to reach the required goals of efficient and flexible energy conversion devices by thorough electrochemical test and characterization of the devices.

The job
You will be involved in our research and development projects involving electrochemical test and characterization of fuel cells and electrolysis cells, from single electrode characterization and single cells to larger stacks.  

The work will involve a lot of “hands on” in our electrochemical test lab including start-up of new test equipment, equipment maintenance, operating fuel cell/electrolysis cells and stacks as well as analyzing obtained data/results including data from DC (polarization curves) and AC (impedance spectroscopy) characterization; introduction and training new staff e.g. PhD students and post docs. As our new development engineer, you will be involved in several national and international R&D projects with PhD students, post docs and scientific staff but also be a day-to-day sparring partner for our group of experienced research technicians.

Our expectations to you
We expect that you;

• have MSc in materials science, chemistry, electrical engineering, physics or mechanical engineering
• have hands-on experience (preferably from research lab) with electrical measurements for electrochemical characterization e.g. frequency analyzers for impedance spectroscopy, power supplies used for recording of polarization curves etc.
• the ideal candidate furthermore has significant experience in analysis of electrochemical data set
• the ideal candidate furthermore has experience in test of fuel cells/electrolysis cells and stacks
• the ideal candidate has supplemented the MSc degree with a PhD in the field of fuel cells, electrolysis, electrochemistry/electrochemical characterization or similar
• the ideal candidate has hands-on experience with lab instruments, power electronics, operating power supplies, frequency analyzers, eurotherms etc.
• the ideal candidate is experience in programming language skills, such as Perl/C++/python or being willing to learn

You should further have:

• Excellent writing and communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently and to plan and carry out complicated tasks
• Ability to be a part of a dynamical multi-disciplinary group and to network both with project partners and international collaborators.

What we offer in return
DTU is a leading technical university 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 employment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. Preferred starting date is March/April 2022 (or according to mutual agreement).

You can read more about career paths at DTU here .

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 17 January 2022 (Danish time). Open the “Apply online” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV, List of publication and exam certificates.  

Please prepare one pdf file containing all this material.

If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Head of Section Electrochemistry Professor Anne Hauch, [email protected] , phone: +45 21 36 28 36.

We aim for job interviews in week 4 and 5, 2022.

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

DTU Energy
The Department of Energy Conversion and Storage is focusing on functional materials and their application in sustainable energy technology. Our research areas include fuel cells, electrolysis, solar cells, electromechanical converters, sustainable synthetic fuels, and batteries. The Department, which has more than 200 employees, was founded in 2012. Additional information about the department can be found on  www.energy.dtu.dk . 

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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 vision to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That vision lives on today. DTU has 12,900 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.