Internship/PhD – Modeling Researcher (m/f/d)

We are looking for a Modeling Researcher intern for 6 months which will be supported later by a PhD.

Topic:

To develop a three dimensional model for Near-Zero CO2 emission blast furnace.

Reducing CO2 emissions has become a significant challenge in ironmaking, particularly in the blast furnace process. To enhance operational performance and reduce CO2 emissions, innovative technologies and approaches are necessary. Injecting hydrogen-rich gases and electrifying the blast furnace can significantly reduce CO2 emissions.

Cost-effective mathematical modeling is crucial for understanding the impact of these innovations on the blast furnace process. This internship/PhD project focuses on detailed modeling of a blast furnace with superheated H2-rich gas injection, operating with minimal coke usage.

Your main tasks (during internship):

• Optimize the Paul Wurth blast furnace model.
• Discretize the governing equation in three dimensions.

Your main tasks (during PhD):

• Develop a three-dimensional model for a near-zero CO2 emission blast furnace.
• Couple the developed model with the existing burden distribution model.
• Develop a surrogate model.

What do we expect?

• A master’s degree in computational engineering, Chemical, or Process Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering or related discipline
• Experience in numerical modelling and parallelization
• Experience in programming (C or C++, Julia)
• Experience in machine learning
• Good knowledge of CFD, heat, and mass transfer
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in English (Knowledge of French, German or Luxemburgish are considered an asset).

What do we offer?

• Internship supported by a PHD in an international team in one of Luxembourg’s leading industrial players
• Very interesting real world machine learning applications on live data of real blast furnaces
• Regular reviews and exchanges on your project progress
• A unique experience to work in an interdisciplinary team with data scientists, software developers and process experts.
• Flexible internship scheduling for good synergy with university curriculum
• Office near the bustling and well-connected Luxembourg train station and a parking lot for easy commuting

Paul Wurth S.A. is an international engineering company with deep roots in Luxembourg. We rely on the competence of our 500 highly motivated employees. We are a global leader in ironmaking technologies, driven by innovation and taking an active role in shaping a sustainable and carbon-free industry.

As part of the global SMS group, a leading technology supplier and plant builder for the metals industry employing 15,000 people worldwide, we are a strong partner for our customers in the steel industry and beyond. Join us in conquering new challenges and be part of our Paul Wurth team!