Mandatory Internship: Partial Automation of an Optical Measurement System

SICK AG; Waldkirch; Remoto; EUR 12.000 - 19.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

SICK AG in Waldkirch is offering a mandatory internship focused on partial automation of an optical measurement system. The role runs summer semester 2027 for 3–6 months and involves hands-on development, automation, and fixture design for sensor characterization.

Ideal candidates are studying Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering, with CAD experience and knowledge of MATLAB or Python being a plus. Strong teamwork and proactive problem-solving are essential.

Competenze

• Studying Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable degree program.
• Initial experience in mechanical design and CAD work.
• Knowledge of MATLAB or Python is an advantage.

Mansioni

• Further develop an existing measurement setup for characterizing optical sensors and assemblies.
• Automate processes using motorized rotary tables and actuators.
• Design and construct fixtures to integrate required measurement and testing equipment.
• Select suitable measurement and testing equipment and support procurement.
• Implement the developed solutions, verify functionality, and document results.

Conoscenze

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Innovative mindset

Formazione

Mechatronics

Mechanical Engineering

Comparable degree program

Strumenti

CAD systems

MATLAB

Python

Descrizione del lavoro

Mandatory Internship: Partial Automation of an Optical Measurement System

SICK is one of the world’s leading solutions providers for sensor-based applications in the industrial sector. Founded in 1946 by Dr.-Ing. e. h. Erwin Sick and headquartered in Waldkirch im Breisgau near Freiburg, the company is a technology and market leader with 63 subsidiaries and affiliates as well as numerous agencies around the globe. SICK has more than 10,000employees worldwide and generated a group revenue of EUR 1.8billion in the 2025 fiscal year.

Job Description Mandatory Internship: Partial Automation of an Optical Measurement System

Summer Semester 2027 – limited to 3–6 months

YOUR TASKS:

• Further develop an existing measurement setup for characterizing optical sensors and assemblies
• Automate individual processes using motorized rotary tables and actuators
• Design and construct fixtures to integrate the required measurement and testing equipment into the setup
• Select suitable measurement and testing equipment and support the procurement process
• Implement the developed solutions, verify their functionality, and document your results in detail

YOUR PROFILE:

• Studying Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable degree program
• Initial experience in mechanical design and working with CAD systems
• Knowledge of MATLAB or Python is an advantage
• Independent and solution-oriented approach to work
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Innovative mindset and an interest in further developing technical measurement systems

Information at a Glance Posting Start Date: 10/16/26 Requisition-ID: 38259 Posting Job Location: Waldkirch (near Freiburg) Full-time/Part-time: Full-time

Contact:Sarah Disch

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