Master Thesis: Exploring Steam Turbine Refurbishment (Steam Turbines)

Location: Finspång, Sweden. The thesis is conducted with experts connected to steam turbine service and refurbishment in Finspång, Sweden, and Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany.

Company

hirify.global develops low-emission power generation, service, modernization, decarbonization, and digitalization solutions for energy assets.

What you will do

• Define technical and economic criteria for assessing whether used steam turbines or selected components are suitable for refurbishment.
• Assess how components and refurbishment activities affect cost, performance, remaining lifetime, and lead time.
• Compare refurbishment with new-build and replacement scenarios to identify competitive opportunities.
• Evaluate environmental benefits using circular-economy and life-cycle perspectives.
• Develop a structured assessment framework and decision methodology for refurbishment opportunities.
• Translate findings into recommendations for a potential steam turbine refurbishment business model.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a master's program in mechanical engineering, energy engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field.
• Eligibility to complete a 30 ECTS thesis during spring 2027.
• Interest in combining engineering with economic analysis, sustainability, or business development.
• Experience or interest in structured research, literature studies, expert interviews, and technical assessments.
• Confident English communication and the ability to collaborate with an international team.
• Self-driven, analytical, and comfortable working independently.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of turbomachinery, power generation, life-cycle assessment, circular economy, or business-model development.

Culture & Benefits

• The thesis is conducted in cooperation with hirify.global experts and is intended for two students.
• Access to technical, commercial, and sustainability perspectives related to steam turbine service and refurbishment.
• Employment benefits may include reduced working hours, advance vacation, and a health care allowance.
• An eventual possibility for a flexible working place may be available.

Hiring process

• Applications should reference job ID 304452.
• Selection is ongoing, and the position may be filled before the application deadline of October 2, 2026.