Yang Xu
Engineering sustainable energy and computational science — from vehicle chassis to energy systems, LLMs and Agents, building with rigor and curiosity.
Who I am
Hi, I'm Yang Xu, a Master's student in Sustainable Energy and Process Engineering at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). My academic journey uniquely bridges Automotive Engineering, Computational Science, and Bioprocess Engineering.
I thrive at the intersection of hands-on experimentation and digital modeling. Whether I'm upgrading membrane filtration systems at the Bio-Scale up Center, simulating energy optimizations (like my recent team effort at the Energy x AI Hackathon), or coordinating technical and visual design for large-scale events like AHMUNC, I love merging mechanical intuition with data-driven solutions for a cleaner industrial future.
Outside of research, I love to explore and create. As a tech enthusiast, I enjoy the precise feel of polishing projects with code, and I find a deep sense of focus in rowing and swimming. I'm passionate about life—whether that means perfecting Chinese and Japanese dishes, experimenting with beef recipes, watching anime and Hong Kong cinema, or revisiting retro classics like Red Alert 2 on my Mac.
Where I've worked
- 10.2025 — 03.2026
Research Intern — Membrane Filtration Technology
Refurbished a bench-scale MaxiMem filtration unit: redesigned the P&I diagram, integrated a continuous feeding system, and procured custom 0.2 µm PES flat sheet membranes optimized for hydrophilicity and low protein-binding. Set up an Ecograph-T multichannel recorder with FDM software for automated data acquisition and authored a comprehensive SOP including CIP protocols. Validated system performance with pure water flux tests and C. glutamicum broth filtration, achieving 96.24% biomass retention.
- 07.2022 — 01.2023
Intern — Quality Assistant
Built 3D models in SolidWorks for product design and documentation, performed dimensional quality inspections, and researched technical standards (ASME Y14.5, ASTM E2660) for testing procedures. Operated SST chambers per ISO 9227 for corrosion testing, supported metallographic analysis workflows, and provided technical translation between engineers and suppliers.
- 12.2018 — 08.2019
Director of Technology & Promotion (Organizing Committee)
AHMUNC 2019 — Anhui Model United Nations Conference · Suzhou, ChinaCoordinated cross-departmental planning and scheduling for a large-scale conference. Designed promotional materials using Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
What I studied
M.Sc. in Sustainable Energy and Process Engineering
Technical University of Munich · MUNICH, GERMANYSelected coursework: Technical Thermodynamics and Balances, Conceptual Design of Bioprocesses, Energy Process Engineering, Conceptual Design of Fluid Separation, Modeling and Optimization of Energy Systems and Processes, Corrosion and Surface Technology.
M.Sc. in Computational Science in Engineering
Technical University of Braunschweig · Braunschweig, GermanySelected coursework: Finite Element Method (FEM), Data-Driven Modeling, Partial Differential Equations.
B.Eng. in Vehicle Engineering
Anhui Polytechnic University · Wuhu, ChinaGPA 3.48/4.0 (top 5%). First-Class Scholarship and Heli Scholarship. Bachelor thesis 'Design of an Adaptive Front-lighting System for Automobiles based on Intelligent Connectivity' awarded Outstanding Thesis 2022. Coursework: Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Vehicle Structure, Automation Principles, C/MATLAB Programming.
Selected work
The toolkit
What's next
I'm looking for opportunities — internship, research positions, or full-time roles near Munich / Regensburg, Germany — where process engineering, modeling, and sustainability meet. Sustainable energy / clean tech, process simulation & digital twins, and AI/ML applications for energy systems are especially interesting to me. If you're working on these problems, I'd love to talk.