Thermodynamic Model Developer
On-siteParsippany, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Develop thermodynamic, transport, and interfacial phenomena models to achieve high-fidelity predictions of corrosion behaviors within OLI's simulation software. Tailor and optimize these models for industrial systems in oil and gas, metals, power generation, and water treatment. Lead project portfolio development by identifying research opportunities and guiding collaborations with universities and national laboratories on sustainability and asset integrity. Work directly with clients to ensure modeling solutions meet unique simulation needs and provide expert guidance on model application. Collaborate with physical property researchers, process engineers, and software developers to solve complex problems. Engage in joint theoretical and experimental studies addressing critical societal challenges.
Required Qualifications
- PhD in Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field
- Proven research expertise in thermodynamics and physical properties of electrolyte and/or non-electrolyte containing systems or electrochemical corrosion modeling
- Proven research expertise in solving phase and chemical equilibrium problems, including vapor-liquid-solid phases, using various types of equations of state and activity coefficient models
- Demonstrated strong background in fundamentals-based modeling, particularly in the areas of reaction kinetics, heat and mass transfer in unit operations, and design for advanced reactors or separation processes
- Experience in mechanistic model development and the application of simulation in key industrial verticals such as oil and gas, renewables, metals and mining, and water treatment
- Strong background in mathematical model development, numerical methods, and scientific programming (e.g.: C++, Python, MATLAB, Fortran)
- Experience with process simulation platforms (e.g.: APSEN, HYSYS, Pro-II, OLI)
- Expertise in regression analysis, data interpretation, and model parameterization
- Extensive experience in analyzing and modeling electrolyte and thermophysical properties for various scientific applications
Desired Qualifications
- Postdoctoral experience in academia or industry
- Transport and fluid flow modeling experience
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