Industry-employed PhD student in Thermal Barrier Coating lifetime modelling

A Snapshot of Your Day Join Siemens Energy AB and Linköping University in an exciting four-year industrial PhD project focused on developing advanced lifetime models for thermal barrier coatings (TBC). Imagine conducting cutting-edge research that directly impacts the next generation of high-efficiency gas turbine technologies! You will dive into the critical role of TBCs in enhancing the performance, efficiency, and durability of modern gas turbines. Your work will involve literature studies, planning and evaluating experimental investigations, analyzing material and coating performance data, and developing robust modeling approaches to assess coating lifetime. As a full-time employee of Siemens Energy from day one, you will not only pursue your PhD studies but also lay the foundation for a rewarding career within the company. Your primary work location will be in Finspång, with regular visits to Linköping University, and the flexibility for occasional remote work.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop and validate predictive lifetime models for thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) used in gas turbine applications.
• Plan and evaluate experimental investigations, including material testing, coating characterization, and degradation analysis.
• Collaborate with Siemens Energy and Linköping University researchers, communicate results, and contribute to scientific publications and technical reports.

What You Bring

• M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex material behavior into predictive models.
• Experience with computational modeling, data analysis, or experimental research is considered an advantage.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, with the ability to present technical results clearly.

About the Team The R&D Turbine Rotor MI team is a diverse and experienced group dedicated to various tasks, including finite element analysis, alloy development, constitutive modeling, and methodology development. We pride ourselves on supporting one another and building strong technical knowledge within the team. Our commitment to developing long-term competencies makes us an ideal environment for individuals eager to grow and contribute to innovative solutions in the energy sector.

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

We can offer you employment benefits such as: reduction of working hours, advance vacation, health care allowance and an eventual possibility to a flexible working place.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. 

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. 

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Application

Don’t hesitate – apply via https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/en_US/jobs , id nr 302422 not later than 2026-10-05

Ongoing selection is applied, the role might be filled before last application date.

We refrain from all contact with staffing and recruitment companies, or advertising brokers.

Location: Finspång

Trade Union Representatives: Unionen, unionen.finspang.se@siemens-energy.com Sveriges Ingenjörer & SACO, asi.se@siemens-energy.com Ledarna, Anders Fors, ledarnaklubbenseab@siemens-energy.com IF Metall, Mikael Malmgren, mikael.malmgren@siemens-energy.com

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