PEM Fuel Cell Engineer - GDL Development (d/f/m)

Job Description:

The position is within Aerostack GmbH, a Joint Venture between Airbus and an automotive company, part of the Airbus strategy to accelerate Zero Emission Aircraft development and build competences and skills in the technology domain.

In order to support the R&D Team in Taufkirchen near Munich, a vacancy for a “ PEM Fuel Cell Engineer - GDL Development (d/f/m)” has arisen at Aerostack GmbH.

The job holder reports operationally and functionally to the Head of Aerostack.

Accountabilities:

The jobholder will be a member the R&D team, with the focus on MEA components development and be accountable for:

• Benchmark GDL and MEA performance

• Assessment of GDL properties based on stack design and performance targets

• Development of GDL designs according to customer requirements

• Definition of GDL specification

• Correlation of GDL properties with water management

• Definition of in-situ and ex-situ test protocols

• In-situ and ex-situ measurements of GDLs and rigorous data analysis

• Interpretation of MEA performance and lifetime test data

• Design of ex-situ measurement setups for GDLs

• Interface with stack design team for specifying related GDL parameters

• Support modelling team with GDL data and specification

• Technical focal point for suppliers in collaboration with procurement and quality teams

Qualifications

As the successful candidate, you will be able to demonstrate some of the following competences & skills:

• Master&39;s degree in process engineering, physics, or similar discipline

• Knowledge of PEM fuel cell technology

• Knowledge of thermodynamics and electrochemistry

• Experience in working in a laboratory environment including safety concepts

• Hands-on experience in MEA components development and manufacturing

• Experience in in-situ and ex-situ characterization of fuel cell components

• Pragmatic mindset and ambition in simplicity

• Being self-motivated and executive on critical timelines

• Having good verbal and written communication skills

• English fluently, German & French are a benefit

What do we offer?

• Challenging tasks for/with unique services and products

• Pleasant working atmosphere in a professional and international work environment

• Comprehensive on-boarding included

• Extensive company training offers (eLearning and Classroom Trainings)

• Flexible working hours

• Attractive remuneration

• Company Pension Scheme

• Employee stock options

• Discounted car leasing

• Good connections to public transport and local parking facilities

• Catering facilities on site

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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