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Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 2 weeks ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Geothermal Energy Techno-Economic Analysis for Roadmap Extension

Knoxville, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. They are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis Group in conducting techno-economic and energy efficiency analyses related to geothermal well development and other advanced energy technologies.

Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct techno-economic, value chain, and global manufacturing competitiveness analysis in the area of geothermal well development

Analyze supply chain, material flows, and development costs throughout the lifecycle of a geothermal well to identify opportunities to reduce materials, time, and environmental impact of geothermal wells

Help support other MEERA Group industrial technical deployment (Better Plants) and Energy System Software Tools development projects

Help support the development of new resources, trainings, and tools to support companies participating in the DOE’s Better Plants program

Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success

Qualification

PhD in engineeringTechno-economic analysisLife cycle modelingEnergy efficiency analysisAnalytical research skillsSimaProOpenLCAManufacturing process modelingCommunicationTeam collaborationSelf-starterAdaptability

Required

A PhD in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, environmental engineering, chemical engineering, geothermal engineering or a related field completed within the last 5 years

Quantitative and analytical research background which can be applied to conduct research analysis on geothermal well development and other advanced energy technologies that could achieve transformative gains in energy efficiency

Ability to develop optimization and life cycle models analyzing advanced energy technologies

Strong analytical capabilities with experience in life cycle energy and cost assessments for technology assessments

Preferred

An educational background in sustainable manufacturing technologies with an emphasis on life cycle research

Experience in manufacturing process or energy systems modeling

Proficiency in the use of industry standard modeling and simulation tools, such as spreadsheet-based process cost modeling, input/output modeling, or commercially available life cycle analysis tools such as SimaPro and openLCA

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and participate creatively in collaborative teams

Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs