Thermodynamic Model Developer

Thermodynamic Model Developer

Join Our Innovative Team: At OLI Systems, we’re transforming the future of chemistry modeling. Our mission goes beyond developing software, we’re redefining how chemical process simulations are created and executed. We’re seeking a Specialist in Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics who’s driven to advance and deploy high-fidelity predictive models. As a member of our Research and Database team, you will tackle real-world industrial challenges, model next-generation solutions with precision, and make a lasting impact across a wide range of global industries.

You will work on advancing our state-of-the‑art physical property and electrochemical models to achieve unparalleled accuracy in predicting industrially relevant thermodynamic, transport, and interfacial phenomena across complex chemical and electrochemical systems. This role requires technical proficiency and vision in a rapidly evolving field. We’re looking for someone who is not only well‑versed in the science but also excited to drive innovative strategy and contribute to our expansive research portfolio.

Leaders in Chemistry Solutions, OLI stands as a beacon in the software development landscape, mastering complex chemical phenomena. Our advanced process modeling solutions have redefined problem‑solving in over 35 countries, influencing how over 500 enterprises and academic institutions maximize asset lifecycle. At OLI, our commitment to innovation and sustainability drives every endeavor, making us leaders in industrial digital transformation. Our investments in pioneering technologies such as real‑time electrolyte chemistry insights, automated systems, and cloud‑based analytics are crafting new benchmarks in the industry.

As a key member of our team, you’ll provide leadership in the development of our project portfolio, identifying opportunities for new research and model development. We need your strong ability and interest to work on applications driven by abstract problems and develop creative out‑of‑the‑box solutions. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring that our models meet the highest standards of accuracy and applicability, and in guiding collaborations with research partners to address critical societal challenges such as sustainability, asset reliability, and water treatment innovation.

• Model Development: Advance thermodynamic, transport, and interfacial phenomena models to achieve the highest possible fidelity in predicting thermodynamic and corrosion behaviours within OLI’s simulation software platform.
• Project Leadership: Provide technical expertise to guide the development of our project portfolio, identifying opportunities, and ensuring alignment with industry needs.
• Customization and Parameterization: Tailor and optimize models for industrial systems to enhance their predictive capabilities in key sectors such as oil and gas, metals and mining, power generation, and water treatment.
• Client
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with clients to ensure our modeling solutions meet their unique simulation needs and provide expert guidance on model application and interpretation.
• Multidisciplinary
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with a team of physical property researchers, process system engineers, and software developers to drive innovation and solve complex problems.
• Research Partnership: Engage with universities and national laboratories on joint theoretical and experimental studies that tackle important societal issues, particularly in sustainability and asset integrity.

• Educational Background: PhD in Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field. Postdoctoral experience in academia or industry is preferred.
• Professional Expertise: Proven research expertise in thermodynamics and physical properties of electrolyte and/or non‑electrolyte containing systems or electrochemical corrosion modeling; solving phase and chemical equilibrium problems; fundamentals‑based modeling including reaction kinetics, heat and mass transfer; mechanistic model…