Student assistant (m / f / d) for experiments and plant development

Fraunhofer; Aachen; Vor Ort; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A research institute in Germany is seeking a student assistant to join their 3D Surface Structuring team. You will gain hands-on experience in process and plant engineering, planning experiments, and developing laser systems. Candidates should be studying mechanical engineering, physics, or electrical engineering, with some knowledge of CAD programs. The position offers flexible hours and opportunities for individual development.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Excellent equipment

Creative work environment

Development opportunities

Parking spaces

E-charging station

Qualifikationen

• Basic knowledge of CAD programs acquired during studies.
• Knowledge of lasers and optics is an advantage, but not essential.
• Experience in 3D printing or similar projects is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Plan and conduct experiments independently.
• Develop and design new laser systems.
• Assist in evaluating and documenting the results.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of CAD programmes

Reliable working style

Experience in 3D printing

Basic knowledge of lasers and optics

Arduino programming

Ausbildung

Studying mechanical engineering, physics or electrical engineering

Jobbeschreibung

At the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT, we may not be developing swords to fight the dark side of the force, but our developments often sound like science fiction. That's because we design technologies and processes for the future of digital production, packaging and scanner technology, and many other laser-based applications, such as 3D printing and laser fusion. Are you looking for an exciting job as a student assistant (m / f / d) that will change the future? Then become part of our #OneTeam.

In the 3D Surface Structuring team, we work on scaling ultra‑short pulse laser processes. To this end, we develop system concepts, build them and carry out experiments for customers. You will be part of our team of four research assistants and eleven student assistants and learn hands‑on project management, system design and scientific work.

What you will do

• You will be trained in process and plant engineering for material processing using laser radiation
• Your responsibilities will include planning and independently conducting experiments
• You will develop and design new laser systems with us
• In addition, you will assist us in evaluating, processing and documenting the results

What you bring to the table

• You are studying mechanical engineering, physics or electrical engineering
• You have acquired basic knowledge of CAD programmes during your studies
• Knowledge of lasers and optics is an advantage, but not essential
• You are known for your reliable and independent way of working
• Experience in 3D printing, Arduino programming or similar projects is an advantage, but not a prerequisite

What you can expect

• 👥 Team spirit: Creative and interdisciplinary working environment, highly motivated team of experts, flat hierarchies and a “you” culture.
• Workplace: Excellent equipment in terms of machines and devices.
• 💪 Co‑design: Independent project management and room for innovative ideas in applied research.
• 🧘 Work‑life balance: Benefit from flexible working hours on a basis of trust.
• 📈 Development opportunities: With us, you have the opportunity for individual development through a wide range of further training opportunities.
• ➕ Advantages: Opportunity to benefit from exciting corporate benefits.
• 🚐 Travel: Good transport connections, parking spaces directly in front of the institute, an e‑charging station and a parking garage.

Prospects

🕶 The opportunity to write your thesis.

Remuneration is based on the general works agreement on the employment of temporary staff.

The weekly working hours are between 12 and 20 hours and will be agreed individually during the interview.

The position is initially limited to 12 months, but the aim is to offer longer‑term employment alongside your studies.

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 will be given preference if equally qualified.

Our tasks are varied and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that optimally promote their abilities. The same applies if they do not meet all profile requirements due to a disability.

Interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you!

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Questions about this position will be answered by :

Sönke Vogel M. Sc.

Phone: +49 0241 / 8906-180

Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT

Requisition Number: 81884 Application Deadline: 11/23/2025