About the position
PhD Position in the Fatigue Performance and Weldability of Next-Generation Structural Steels
However, important questions remain regarding the performance of these next-generation sustainable steels in fatigue-critical infrastructure and structural applications.
In this PhD project, you will investigate the fatigue performance and weldability of next-generation structural steels, with the aim of enabling their safe application in infrastructure and construction.
Specifically, the research will examine how "greener" steel production routes and varying levels of scrap content affect the fatigue behaviour and the weldability of these sustainable structural steels.
The project will also assess whether existing fatigue design methods developed for conventional steels remain applicable to these next-generation sustainable steels.
As a PhD candidate, you will be part of the Grow with Green Steel (Groeien met Groen Staal) programme and work within a multidisciplinary consortium of leading universities, research institutes, and industrial partners.
This unique collaboration offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research while working closely with stakeholders across the steel value chain.
The outcomes of the project will support the safe implementation of the next-generation structural steels in fatigue-critical infrastructure and structural applications.
Furthermore, the research will help reduce technical uncertainties associated with the transition towards a more sustainable and circular steel industry.
The Steel & Composites section at TU Delft conducts research on the behaviour, design, and assessment of steel and composite structures under both static and fatigue loading.
Its research is built on a strong combination of experimental and numerical approaches, ranging from material characterization and component testing to full-scale structural demonstrators supported by advanced modelling techniques.
Job requirements
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Are you interested in this vacancy?
Please apply no later than 11 October 2026 via the application button and upload the following documents:
Cover/motivation letter explaining your interest and your qualifications for this position, and how your skills match the requirements
You can apply online.
What you’ll bring
- You hold an MSc degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
- You have a background in structural performance of steel.
- Cover/motivation letter explaining your interest and your qualifications for this position, and how your skills match the requirements
- MSc degree
- 300 words abstract of your MSc thesis
- If your MSc diploma and transcript are not in Dutch, English, French or German and you will be the selected candidate, the TU Delft will ask you to deliver a certified translation in case you will be appointed.
At a glance
- Position type
- PhD
- Institution
- TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
- Department
- Not stated
- Research group
- Not stated
- Location
- Netherlands
- Supervisor / contact person
- Dr. Florentia Kavoura
- Funding
- Salaried
Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, increasing from €3204 - €4051 gross per month, from the first year to the fourth year based on a fulltime contract (38 hours), plus 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work costs contribution.
Salary range:
€3204 - €4051 - Duration
- Not stated
- Expected start
- Not stated
- Vacancy reference
- Not stated
Research focus
- Discipline
- Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering
- Research area
- Not stated
- Methods
- Not stated
- Software
- Not stated
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 23 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 11 Oct 2026 Timezone not stated. Check the original advert.
- Priority review date
- Not stated
- Last checked
- 23 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 23 Sep 2026
Our research projects are conducted in close cooperation with a wide range of research institutions.
How to apply
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In this PhD project, you will investigate the fatigue performance and weldability of next-generation structural steels, with the aim of enabling their safe application in infrastructure and construction. Specifically, the research will examine how "greener" steel production routes and varying levels of scrap content affect the fatigue behaviour and the weldability of these sustainable structural steels. You will combine experimental testing with advanced numerical modelling to evaluate both the base material and welded joints. The project will also assess whether existing fatigue design methods developed for conventional steels remain applicable to these next-generation sustainable steels.
Application procedure
Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 11 October 2026 via the application button and upload the following documents:
You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
Apply now »
https://careers.tudelft.nl/talentcommunity/apply/1372083657/?locale=en_US
Contact: F.Kavoura@tudelft.nl
Original sources
https://careers.tudelft.nl/talentcommunity/apply/1372083657/?locale=en_US ↗
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