At the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT in Aachen, we are creating the production of the future with more than 450 employees – digital, sustainable and resilient. In the modeling and simulation group of the department, we are looking for motivated student assistants involved in highly innovative research projects.
As a student assistant you support our team with FEM simulation and Python programming, allowing you to broaden your research experience besides your studies. Furthermore, you will collaborate with a highly experienced research team with interdisciplinary backgrounds.
Be part of change
* Support the team to improve the accuracy of the FEM simulation model
* Post-processing the simulation results in Python
* Programming, data analysis and visualization in Python
* Numerical modeling and programing for model optimization & machine-learning
What you contribute
* Studying Computational Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Simulation Sciences, or a comparable subject
* Advanced programming competence in Python is required and basic competence in Fortran is advantageous
* Basic Experience in FEM (Finite Element Method) simulation tools e.g., ABAQUS or ANSYS
* Good analytical skills and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary project work
* Initiative, excellent communication skills and a passion for teamwork
What we offer
* Ideal engagement with numerous interdisciplinary research- and industrial projects
* The opportunity to write your practice-oriented thesis with us
* Flexible working to combine studies and job in the best possible way
* State-of-the-art machinery, equipped with edge cloud systems and a 5G infrastructure
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.
For any further information on this position please contact:
Hamidreza Paria M.Sc.
Research Assistant »Glass and Precision Manufacturing«
Phone: +49 241 8904-147
Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT
Requisition Number: 82660 Application Deadline: