Benchmarking a new process simulation software (Aveva Process Simulation) on the transport and purification of hydrogen

IFP Energies nouvelles (IFPEN) est un acteur majeur de la recherche et de la formation dans les domaines de l’énergie, du transport et de l’environnement. De la recherche à l’industrie, l’innovation technologique est au cœur de son action, articulée autour de quatre priorités stratégiques : Mobilité Durable, Energies Nouvelles, Climat / Environnement / Economie circulaire et Hydrocarbures Responsables.

Dans le cadre de la mission d’intérêt général confiée par les pouvoirs publics, IFPEN concentre ses efforts sur :

• l’apport de solutions aux défis sociétaux de l’énergie et du climat, en favorisant la transition vers une mobilité durable et l’émergence d’un mix énergétique plus diversifié ;
• la création de richesse et d’emplois, en soutenant l’activité économique française et européenne et la compétitivité des filières industrielles associées.

Partie intégrante d’IFPEN, l’école d’ingénieurs IFP School prépare les générations futures à relever ces défis.

Benchmarking a new process simulation software (Aveva Process Simulation) on the transport and purification of hydrogen

Process simulators such as Pro/II, AspenPlus and Hysys are essential tools for process engineers. At IFPEN these tools enable us to extrapolate lab and pilot experiments to an industrial scale, to optimize operating conditions and to improve existing processes. Mastering these simulators and having a workflow tailored around them is critical to do these tasks more efficiently.

Description

The primary goal of this internship is to provide hands-on experience on Aveva Process Simulation (APS). APS is expected to replace the legacy process simulator Pro/II, widely used at IFPEN, by the next decade. Preparing the transition early is essential to have a smooth transition.

The main goals of this internship are the following:

• Convert current Pro/II simulations to APS simulations. Simulations of variable complexity will be used.
• Perform sensitivity studies using developed simulations.
• Verify whether all current Pro/II features are available in APS and propose alternatives for missing features. For this task, the conversion of VBA macros to python scripts may be required.
• Write a user guide to enable new users to quickly get a hand on APS.

The current application identified is the transport and purification of hydrogen. The scope of this internship may be expanded to other applications (such as carbon capture, biofuels, petrochemicals…) depending on the progress done during the internship.

Required profile

Experience in process simulation (PRO/II, AspenPlus…) & familiar with programming (Python, VBA…)

• Quick learner & able to work independently

Additional information
- Duration of the internship: 6 months
- Workplace: IFPEN Lyon, Rond-point de l'échangeur de Solaize, 69360 Solaize
- Transport: public transportation / personal vehicle
- Paid internship 1150€/month (gross)