Thermodynamic research engineer for innovative drivetrains (Leuven or Lommel) Job in Leuven, Belgium

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Thermodynamic research engineer for innovative drivetrains (Leuven or Lommel) Job Description

Model and optimize heat flows in innovative drivetrain concepts
As a young potential or an expert in thermodynamic research, you

• Work together in a research team with expertise in high-performant cooling, energy storage, energy management and system integration for e.g. electrical drivetrains in vehicles;
• Take the lead in heat recuperation and thermal management challenges.

• Figure out with the team how to cool the system, optimizing energy and heat flows, taking into account the total cost of ownership;
• Integrate new out-of-the-box solutions for energy storage or heat recuperation, like fase changing materials, heat pipes, or other;
• Virtually model the system (matlab), and discover the best solutions (heat exchanger, heat sink, fluids,…);
• Experimentally validate your results in the lab;
• Present your work during internal/external meetings, (international) conferences …
• Actively collaborate with industrial companies.

Thermodynamic research engineer for innovative drivetrains (Leuven or Lommel) Job Requirements

Thermodynamic research engineer (young potential or expert)
You have

• A master’s or PhD degree in Thermodynamics, Thermotechnical Sciences, Thermal sciences, Fluid mechanics or Hydraulic Engineering.
• Ability to understand new thermodynamic concepts (w.r.t power density, thermal resistance, heat transfer, heat flow,… )
• Insight in the physics of electrical systems (losses, transients)
• Industrial (and academic) experience is valued. Minimum: a first relevant experience.
• A broad technical interest in vehicles and industrial machines;
• Affinity with lubrication is a plus.

• Passionate about research and new technologies;
• Result-oriented, responsible, self-directing;
• Open-minded;
• Pro-active and take initiative;
• Eager to learn.

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