Praktikant / Bachelorand oder Masterand (m/w/d) New Energy
Core
Support the Midstream Technology team in developing Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology through experimental work, data analysis, and process modeling.
Role type
Intern / Student Researcher (Chemical Engineering)
Builds
Pilot and commercial DLE plant concepts
Domain
Mining / Chemical Engineering / Lithium Extraction
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Adsorption processes, Ion exchange, Data analysis, Process modeling, Mass balance calculations, Reactor design, Scale-up evaluation
Preferred skills
Knowledge of separation processes, Critical raw materials, Energy transition technologies
Technologies
Lab equipment, Adsorption columns, Process simulation software
Responsibilities
Evaluate resins/sorbents via basic lab work and data collection, Analyze breakthrough curves and adjust adsorption models, Create models and calculations for multi-column process studies, Contribute to mass and energy balances for DLE flow diagrams, Support assessment of ore body water composition and regeneration processes, Participate in developing or updating process models, Support scale-up tasks like reactor sizing and cycle evaluation, Identify technical risks and document results for team discussions