Ph.D. Candidate (m/f/d) for AI-Supported Systems Engineering

DENSO; Eching am Ammersee; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading automotive supplier is seeking a Ph.D. Candidate for AI-Supported Systems Engineering to develop innovative AI tools for complex automotive challenges. The candidate will collaborate with experts and contribute to high-impact research. Required qualifications include a Master's degree and a strong background in AI and systems engineering. Benefits include attractive remuneration and a flexible work-life balance.

Leistungen

13 monthly salaries

30 days of vacation

Flextime model

Home office flexibility

Wide range of training opportunities

Private health insurance

Health & wellbeing days

Modern office environment

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) required.
• Strong AI and/or systems engineering background.
• Experience with advanced frameworks is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Develop AI-driven tools for systems modeling.
• Define processes to verify AI outputs.
• Integrate machine learning algorithms into processes.
• Automate requirements analysis and verification.
• Collaborate on real-world applications.

Kenntnisse

Artificial Intelligence

Systems Engineering

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Research Experience

English Fluency

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

LLMs using advanced frameworks (e.g., RAG, ReAct)

Jobbeschreibung

Ph.D. Candidate (m/f/d) for AI-Supported Systems Engineering

As an automotive supplier, DENSO is leading in developing and providing components and systems for heating, air conditioning, motor cooling, exhaust gas aftertreatment, automotive electrics and electronics and instrumentation.

As Ph.D. Candidate (m/f/d) for AI-Supported Systems Engineering you are passionate about developing and applying state‑of‑the‑art artificial intelligence techniques to solve complex challenges in systems engineering, including modeling, design, analysis, and optimization of advanced automotive systems.

Our team is dedicated to pioneering innovative solutions at the intersection of AI and systems engineering. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects, collaborate with leading experts, and contribute to high‑impact publications. The research will involve, but is not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Developing AI‑driven tools and methods for systems modeling and simulation
• Exploring explainable AI and trustworthy systems engineering: Define process and methodologies to formally verify the outputs generated by AI for the development process
• Integrating machine learning algorithms into systems engineering processes
• Automating requirements analysis and design verification
• Collaborating with DENSO internal experts and industry partners on real‑world applications

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
• Strong background in artificial intelligence and/or systems engineering
• Experience with LLMs using advanced frameworks (e.g., RAG, ReAct) is a plus
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Motivation to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Prior research experience and publications are a plus
• Fluency in spoken and written English. Knowledge of German is not required but preferred.

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration: 13 monthly salaries, Givve® card topped up with €50 each month and optional allowances
• Work‑Life balance: 30 days of vacation and a flextime model for flexible working hours
• Home office: Possibility to work from home
• University contact: frequent visit to supervising professor will be supported
• Development: Wide range of trainings and education opportunities
• Employee benefits: Attractive leasing offers, additional private health insurance, free employee advice assistance hotline and much more
• Health: Yearly health & wellbeing days, Urban Sports Club membership
• Attractive working environment: Modern offices, free parking
• International company: Career opportunities in a global environment
• Open company culture: Diverse, multicultural team
• Events: Regular company & team events

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