Praktikum / Abschlussarbeit - Prozesssimulation

About the role

Build and run steady-state and dynamic process simulations that directly support process concepts moving from equations to pilot-scale reality. Your models will influence real engineering decisions, not just slides.

What you'll do

• Build and run steady-state and/or dynamic process simulations
• Integrate and adapt kinetic sub-models within existing simulation environments
• Support early-stage technical assessments of process concepts
• Assist with CAPEX/OPEX estimations using existing templates and assumptions
• Document assumptions, calculation paths and results in a clear, reproducible way
• Develop small programming tools or scripts for data handling, analysis or reporting
• Collaborate closely with engineering and lab teams

What you'll need

• Enrolled in a Master's program in chemical engineering, process engineering or similar
• Mandatory internship as required by your study regulations
• Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics, reaction engineering/kinetics and separations
• Hands-on experience with process simulation software (e.g. Aspen Plus/HYSYS, gPROMS)
• Python skills (NumPy, Pandas, plotting, basic automation)
• Analytical mindset, structured documentation and strong ownership of your tasks

Nice to have

• Experience with dynamic simulation or model simplification
• Exposure to pilot-scale or scale-up topics
• Advanced AI skills, e.g. machine learning for parameter estimation, surrogate models, or automated analysis of large simulation datasets

What they offer

• Close mentoring and clearly defined work packages with real impact
• Hands-on work on actual engineering decisions
• Modern tools and structured methods at the interface of simulation and engineering
• Option to continue with a Master's thesis, if it's a good fit