Student research assistant for Heat Pump Integration to improve Power System Resilience

At the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Energy IEG, we conduct research in the fields of integrated energy infrastructures, geothermal energy and sector coupling for a successful energy transition. Based at seven different locations spread throughout Germany, we pursue applied research to develop innovative technologies for our clients from public agencies and private enterprises, with the ultimate objective of transferring innovation into marketable products and processes.

Our team at Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Energy IEG is developing advanced heat pump controllers to enhance energy infrastructure resilience. We aim to strategically integrate these advanced controls into the German Heat Pump Infrastructure. To support this initiative, we are seeking a working student with a strong understanding of heat pump technologies and their integration into energy systems, as well as knowledge in geographic information systems (GIS). The ideal candidate should have a keen interest in data analysis, clustering techniques, and simulation modeling for evaluating key performance indicators (KPIs) in energy systems.

What you will do

• Assist in Identifying the potential input data for categorizing the regions of whole Germany where heat pumps should be integrated.
• Support defining the metrics used for clustering.
• Explore various clustering techniques, including artificial intelligence (AI).
• Develop and generate clusters for different distribution grids across Germany.

What you bring to the table

• You are pursuing a degree in fields of engineering, energy management, physics, computer science, applied mathematics or comparable courses of study 
• Knowledge in heating infrastructures of Germany
• Understanding in heat pump technologies
• Interest in energy infrastructures, in particular the integration of heat pumps in sector coupled systems.
• Programming skills in Python
• Confident handling of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Familiarity with Clustering Techniques 
• Support in the extension of existing simulation models

What you can expect

• Practice-oriented work environment that complements your studies with an attractive remuneration. 
• Supervisors who will strengthen and support you to become successful.
• Targeted and individual guidance and mentoring.
• Well-equipped technical infrastructure and flexible working hours at IEG in Karlsruhe. 

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future. 

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

If you have any questions about this position, please contact

Sadia Ferdous Snigdha

Contact via Mail

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact

Philipp Steinborn

Phone: +49 355 35540 172

Fraunhofer Research Institution for Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Systems IEG

Requisition Number: 74856                Application Deadline: 08/31/2024