The Centre on Sustainable Energy (SE) supports the development of devices and methods for

generating, storing, and distributing energy solutions with low environmental impact. It is done from

the perspective of energy sustainability, systems and solutions that respect the environment and

the quality of life, and solutions with a lower impact on health and environmental pollution levels.

The ground for the Centre on “Sustainable Energy” is based on the Decarbonization targets, which

will demand more flexibility of the energy system through new gas and power grids and using

energy vectors and storage solutions as enablers for the broad penetration of renewables.

The HYdrogen Technologies and Resilient Energy Systems unit (HyRES) is a dedicated research

and development unit at the forefront of advancing hydrogen technology and resilient energy

systems. With a primary focus on hydrogen, the unit works diligently to innovate the future energy

grid, making it more intelligent and capable of integrating renewable sources. Ensuring energy

resilience and security is a central goal, particularly in collaboration with industrial partners. Its

research encompasses various aspects, including hydrogen production, storage and final uses, all

with the overarching aim of reducing the carbon footprint of energy systems and positively

impacting the energy market, making it more sustainable and secure for the future.

HYRES unit is involved in the following European projects and industrial consultancy:

● NAHV

The project’s high-level objective is the creation of a hydrogen-based economic, social and

industrial ecosystem based on the capacity of the quadruple helix actors. This will drive economic

growth, generating new job opportunities in the framework of both the green and digital transitions

and by creating the conditions for wider EU replicability, it will contribute to creating a European

Hydrogen Economy. To fulfil these objectives, the NAHV project involves a well-rooted partnership

of 34 organizations (of which 2 in Hydrogen Europe, 3 in Hydrogen Europe Research), covering

the transnational Central European area of 3 territories – Slovenia, Croatia and FVG Region,

demonstrating cross-border integration of hydrogen production, distribution and consumption, and

exchange of over 20% of NAHV annual hydrogen production of over 5000 tons.

● HYMANTOVALLEY

HYMANTOVALLEY aims to demonstrate the decarbonization of a quite air-polluted area in Europe

lying in the Italian Padany Plain (Pianura Padana) by building a replicable green H2 ecosystem

implemented as an integrated model of hydrogen production, storage, transportation and utilization

for heat, power and mobility, including the development and use of hydrogen-fed and

zero-emissions ships, trains, buses and buildings. The project plans to involve European and local

communities and industries in producing clean energy while creating synergies with other regional

innovation ecosystems through knowledge exchange and utilizing existing European

hydrogen-based technologies. HYMANTOVALLEY is going to develop an H2 value chain model in

a unique tri-modal transport and logistics system (inland water, rail and road) laying in the heart of

Italy and near two corridors of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T), plus building a

European Centre of Applied Research and Advanced Training on hydrogen focused on the

optimization and innovation of the hydrogen value chain and managed by relevant universities.

● NHYRA ( project, starting in 2024)

The project will deliver an “H2 releases” inventory to serve as a reference for the scientific and

industrial community. New or adequately adapted experimental, theoretical, and simulation

methodologies will be validated to perform laboratory or in-field measurements to achieve the

ambitious goal. Experimental tests will also be performed on the most critical elements of the H2

value chains by the partners of the Consortium. A complete picture of the H2 releases’ scenarios in

the middle (2030) and long (2050) term will be developed to enable decision-makers to identify and

prioritise practical mitigation actions. Finally, the project will formulate recommendations for

Standards and Technical Specifications.

● HY SPIRE

Within the project, novel cells will be developed towards achieving strict KPIs such as low

degradation equal to or lower than 0.75% per 1,000 h, operation at high current densities of ca. 1.2

A/cm^2 and ability to operate dynamically and fast ramping. The goal will be reached by

developing and applying new materials, advanced manufacturing techniques and optimized cell

and stack designs. The Hy-SPIRE project will aim to develop oxygen ion- and proton-conducting

cells (O-SOE and P-SOE, respectively) on both ceramic and metallic supports, analyzing various

technological possibilities.

● Industrial consultant concerning engineering aspects or design review of H2 plant.

HyRES unit is looking for a researcher specialized in the simulation on H2 sector who will support

the projects and activities mentioned above with the following activities:

● Development of customized code for numerical simulation of H2 scenario.

● Collaborate and coordinate activities about scenatio modelling.

● Development of dataset for H2 scenario (leakage, sizing plants and components, etc)

● Include technical and economic aspect in scenario evelopemnt and assessment

● Participate and collaborate with the engineering team to validate model.

● Produce reports, deliverables, and technical reviews.

● Participate and/or lead the writing of scientific papers and patents.

● Participate in the preparation of the project’s proposal.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

● MSc in Energy engineering or similar.

● Know-how in code development applied to physics problems (H2 system, components and

scenarios).

● Familiarity with engineering boundaries and competence on their definiitions.

● Good modelling practices, attention to detail and commitment to verification/validation.

● Proven experience in the Hydrogen sector focuses on hydrogen production technology

(electrolyzer, methane cracking and SMR), hydrogen handling (transport, distribution, and

storage) and hydrogen uses (burner, boiler, fuel cell, etc).

● Teamwork approach, good communication and relational skills.

● Good knowledge of written and spoken English

● Self-motivation and result orientation

Furthermore, the following elements will be positively evaluated:

● PhD in the topic related to the job opportunity or equivalent research experience related to

the topic

● Familiarty with Python.

● PhD in topic related to job description.

Employment

Type of contract: Fixed Term Contract

Working hours: full time

Gross annual salary: range from € 36.200 to € 41.400 depending on background and expertise of

the profile related to the scientific domain

Start date: May

Duration: 24 months

Workplace: Povo – Trento

Benefits: flexi-time, company subsidised cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal car park, welcome

office support for visa formalities, accommodation, supplementary pension and health funds,

training courses, public transport, sports facilities, language course fees. Further details

at https://www.fbk.eu/en/work-with-us/

How to apply?

Interested candidates must submit their application by completing the online form

(https://jobs.fbk.eu/Annunci/Offerte_di_lavoro_A_Researcher_on_Hydrogen_scenario_231006695.htm). Please make sure that your application contains the following attachments (in

pdf format):

● Detailed CV

● Cover Letter (explaining your motivation for this specific position)

● At least 2 professional references (e-mails and/or phone numbers)

Application deadline: 15/04/2024

Please read our Recruitment Regulations before completing your application.

For further information, please contact the Human Resources Services at jobs@fbk.eu.