Internship | MEA manufacturing process description and cost for PEM electrolysis

Internship Opportunity: MEA Manufacturing Process Description and Cost for PEM Electrolysis

About this position

One of the main questions in the H2Future project is elucidating the state of the art of the manufacturing of MEAs, which are the core part of a PEM electrolyser. An understanding is needed about all the steps involved in the manufacturing and assembly process, including the equipment needed, the costs associated, the labor requirements, and the main characteristics of the process. Furthermore, knowing what the current cost of MEA manufacturing is and how the cost is distributed along the manufacturing steps, can help to pinpoint what the crucial steps are towards optimizing costs, throughput rates, and on what steps of the MEA manufacturing process can high tech manufacturing be implemented.

What will be your role?

Desk study and interviews with experts from the industry.

What we expect from you

• A motivated student with initiative, good communication skills and a technical background is required.
• Preferably with a Mechanical or Process Engineering background and knowledge of the basics of electrolysis.

What you'll get in return

You want an internship opportunity on the precursor of your career; an internship gives you an opportunity to take a good look at your prospective future employer. TNO goes a step further. It’s not just looking that interests us; you and your knowledge are essential to our innovation. That’s why we attach a great deal of value to your personal and professional development. You will, of course, be properly supervised during your work placement and be given the scope for you to get the best out of yourself. Furthermore, we provide:

• A highly professional, innovative internship environment, within a team of top experts.
• A suitable internship allowance (615 euro for wo-, hbo- and mbo-students, for a full-time internship).
• Possibility of eight hours of free leave per internship month (for a full-time internship).
• A free membership of Jong TNO, where you can meet other TNO professionals and join several activities, such as sports activities, (work-related) courses or the yearly ski-trip.
• Use of a laptop.
• An allowance for travel expenses in case you don’t receive an OV-card.

TNO as an employer

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world.

At TNO we encourage an inclusive work environment, where you can be yourself. Whatever your story and whatever unique qualities you bring to the table. It is by combining our unique strengths and perspectives that we are able to develop innovations that make a real difference in society.

More information about this vacancy?

• Julio Garcia Navarro
  • E-mailadres: julio.garcianavarro@tno.nl