Master's Thesis - Optimization of Gating Systems (f/m/d)

Volkswagen Algérie; Baunatal; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading automotive company in Germany is seeking Master’s degree students in Mechanical Engineering for a role in casting development. You will focus on developing methodologies for optimizing gating systems in large cast components, utilizing your knowledge of casting technology and programming skills. Candidates should possess strong German and English language skills. Join us to shape the future of casting processes!

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree students in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of casting technology and/or flow simulation.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems experimentally.

Aufgaben

• Develop and validate a methodology for optimizing gating systems for large cast components.
• Investigate and apply topological and parametric optimization methods.
• Evaluate developed concepts for castability and susceptibility to defects.

Kenntnisse

Problem-solving skills

Programming skills (Python)

Knowledge of casting technology

Optimization methods

German language skills (B2)

English language skills (B1)

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Tools

Flow3D

MAGMASOFT

OpenFOAM

Jobbeschreibung

Work environment

Our casting development team at the Kassel site, together with the Large Casting Competence Center, plays a leading role within the group in shaping the casting products and processes of the future. A key focus is the optimization of gating systems to further improve the quality, efficiency, and reproducibility of casting processes. Together with you, we aim to develop a methodology that enables systematic evaluation and optimization of gating systems for large cast parts. Become part of our team – we’re excited to meet you!

Possible tasks within this role

• Develop and validate a methodology for optimizing gating systems for large cast components
• Investigate and apply topological and parametric optimization methods to design efficient gating geometries
• Evaluate developed concepts in terms of castability, thermal stress, and susceptibility to defects
• Consider real-world defect patterns in the optimization results
• Integrate the developed methodology into existing development processes and tools

Qualification Requirements

• Master’s degree students in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field
• Good to very good academic performance
• Basic knowledge of casting technology and/or flow simulation, as well as programming skills (preferably in Python), is desirable
• Experience with optimization methods (e.g., topology optimization, parametric optimization) and simulation software (e.g., Flow3D, MAGMASOFT, OpenFOAM) is a plus
• Ability to work independently and solve problems experimentally
• German language skills at B2 level, English at B1 level

The following documents must be submitted with your application

• Curriculum Vitae
• Current certificate of enrollment
• Current academic transcript
• Work permit for non-EU citizens
• In case of a compulsory internship, a certificate from the university

Keywords

Production Informatics, Computational Engineering, CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering), Design Automation, Thermomechanical Analysis, Machine Learning in Engineering, Digital Twin, Additive Manufacturing, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Sustainable Manufacturing