Thesis AI-Based Test Case Generation (f/m/d)

Volkswagen Group Services GmbH; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 17.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Volkswagen Group Services GmbH in Germany seeks an ambitious thesis intern to explore AI-based test case generation for hardware. You will help automate PCBA test execution and derive executable sequences from circuit data while aligning with Automotive SPICE and ISO 26262 standards.

You will contribute to the development of pulse inverters and drive electronics, gaining hands-on experience in MATLAB, LTSpice, and Power Electronics. The internship is fixed-term and offers hybrid work options.

Qualifikationen

• Enrolled student (also in a gap year) in Electrical Engineering or Technical Computer Science or a related field.
• Academic performance is good to very good.
• Knowledge in power electronics / pulse inverters for electric drives is desirable.
• Knowledge of MATLAB, PLECS, LTSpice, VBA, and Microsoft Office preferred.

Aufgaben

• Develop an AI-based method for generating hardware test cases.
• Automate the execution of test specifications for PCBA testing.
• Analyze and derive executable test sequences from requirements and circuit data.
• Support series development in compliance with Automotive SPICE and ISO 26262.
• Assist in planning, execution, and documentation of hardware tests.

Kenntnisse

MATLAB

PLECS

LTSpice

VBA

Microsoft Office

Ausbildung

Electrical Engineering / Technical Computer Science

Jobbeschreibung

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Thesis AI-Based Test Case Generation (f/m/d)

Work environment

Help shape the future of electric drives based on your thesis: Our department “Development of E-Drives, Power Electronics, and Transmissions” within Group Components at the Kassel site holds group-wide responsibility for the development of all future pulse inverters (PWR) for electric drives. We are shaping the future of mobility by consistently transforming our innovations into cost-effective products and continuously improving existing ones. #pushthepulse

Possible tasks within this role

• Developing an AI-based method for generating hardware test cases
• Automating the execution of test specifications for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA testing)
• Analyzing and deriving executable test sequences from requirements and circuit data
• Supporting series development in compliance with Automotive SPICE and ISO 26262
• Assisting in the planning, execution, and documentation of hardware tests

Qualification requirements

• Enrolled Students (also in a Gap Year) in Electrical Engineering, Technical Computer Science, or similar fields
• Good to very good academic performance
• Knowledge in power electronics / pulse inverters for electric drives, hardware development, or similar areas is desirable
• Knowledge of MATLAB, PLECS, LTSpice, VBA, and Microsoft Office is preferred
• German and English language level B2

The following documents must be submitted with your application

• Current certificate of enrollment
• Current academic transcript
• In case of a compulsory internship, a certificate from the university

Keywords

Machine Learning Engineering, Test Case Generation, Embedded Systems Testing, AI in Engineering, Model-based Development, Automation Engineering, Hardware Verification, Smart Testing, Data-driven Testing, Digital Validation

The gross hourly wage for internships (including mandatory internships) and thesis projects is equal to the current minimum wage.

Contact person for this posting: Maximilian Kaeding

Job ID: 26228

Location: Baunatal, DE, 34225

Department: Research and Development

Working Model: Full-time

Contract Type: Fixed-term

Remote Working: Up to 60%

Posting Date: Aug 22, 2026

Volkswagen - that's why

We want to revolutionize and shape the mobility of tomorrow sustainably. For this purpose, we are looking for talents who are willing to break completely new ground with us and are not afraid to make mistakes. We are looking for personalities who want to achieve something extraordinary. And talents who believe in the innovative power of big ideas. Are you in?