The Competence Center of Autonomous Digitalization Technologies at Fraunhofer IGD develops and automates 3D scanning technologies for fully automated reconstruction of cultural heritage and industrial objects. Depending on the object characteristics and quality requirements, different capture systems are applied.
Image-based acquisition of the current state of arbitrary object geometries has already been fully automated in house. For object types that cannot be reliably reconstructed with classical image-based methods, such as transparent or highly reflective materials, we leverage state-of-the-art 3D scene representation techniques to first model these objects appropriately and then achieve complete digitization.
Be part of change
At the start, you will receive an introduction to our fully autonomous scanning technologies. You will then deepen your hands-on understanding of the fundamentals of classical 3D reconstruction across a wide range of object geometries. Building on this foundation, you will work with state-of-the-art 3D scene representation methods.
Your task is to identify a 3D scene representation approach suitable for objects that are difficult to digitize, adapt it to the data generated by our scanners, optimize it, and integrate it into our scanning technologies. The objective is to deliver complete, precise, and high-quality 3D reconstructions. Hardware modifications to our scanning systems may be implemented when a significant improvement in reconstruction quality is expected.
What you contribute
* Very good C++ programming skills
* Good Python skills
* Physical presence in our labs
* Strong knowledge in mathematics and linear algebra
* Proficient English skills
* Precise, responsible, independent working style
* Experience in Computer Vision
* Experience in nonlinear Optimization
* Experience in Deep Learning
The weekly working time is 10-20 hours. The position is initially limited to three months, an extension is intended.
We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Ready for a change? Then apply now and make a difference! Once we have received your online application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of receipt. We will then get back to you as soon as possible and let you know what happens next.
Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGD
Requisition Number: 82412 Application Deadline: 02/15/2026