Part Time Research Support

Penn State UniversityUniversity Park, IL
Hybrid

About The Position

The Energy Institute in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking Part-Time Research Support. This role involves assisting in the design, ordering, and assembly of components for a three-staged chemical precipitation process. The position requires operating and maintaining pilot plant equipment for experimental runs and technology development, adhering to safety procedures, and accurately documenting data. Additionally, the role includes designing and developing detailed 3D models of industrial piping systems, plant layouts, and process flow diagrams using software like AutoCAD Plant 3D, Creo, or equivalent. Responsibilities also encompass conducting laboratory research to improve chemical processes and unit operations, and performing CFD simulations to analyze particle behavior in continuous reactors.

Requirements

  • Cover letter
  • Resume

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with AutoCAD Plant 3D, Creo, or equivalent software for 3D modeling.
  • Experience with CFD simulations.

Responsibilities

  • Help in designing, ordering, and assembling components for a three-staged chemical precipitation process.
  • Help operate and maintain pilot plant equipment to conduct experimental runs and develop new technologies while adhering to safety procedures and accurately documenting data.
  • Help design and develop highly detailed 3D models of industrial piping systems, plant layouts, and process flow diagrams using software such as AutoCAD Plant 3D, Creo, or equivalent.
  • Conduct laboratory research to improve chemical processes and unit operations.
  • Conduct CFD simulations to model and analyze the behavior of particles moving through continuous reactors, including flow distribution, mixing, and reaction dynamics.
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