Thesis – Thermal Mechanical Engineering / Combustion Engines

IAV GmbH Ingenieurgesellschaft Auto und Verkehr; Gifhorn; On-site; EUR 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

IAV GmbH Ingenieurgesellschaft Auto und Verkehr invites students to join the Powertrain Mechatronics department for Bachelor's or Master's theses in thermal mechanical engineering/combustion engines. Supervision is provided by two qualified staff, with possible internship-thesis sequences.

Please indicate your preferred IAV location in your cover letter. Tasks include analyzing spark-ignition and compression-ignition engine combustion, MPI/DI fuel injection, engine emissions, and variable

Qualifications

• Ongoing university studies in mechanical/automotive engineering with a focus on reciprocating engines or thermodynamics.
• Strong theoretical knowledge in engineering fundamentals.
• Practical experience with experimental operation and measurement techniques.
• Ability to acquire new skills with focus and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Spark-ignition and compression-ignition gasoline engine combustion analysis.
• Petrol engine mixture formation with MPI/DI injection.
• Gasoline engine emission and efficiency assessment.
• Work on ignition, valve train and turbocharging system variations.

Skills

Mechanical Eng

Automotive Eng

Thermodynamics

Fluid Mechanics

Theoretical Knowledge

Practical Knowledge

Learning Agility

Commitment to Learning

Applied Learning

Education

Ongoing studies in mechanical or automotive engineering

Job description

This challenge awaits you:

In the Powertrain Mechatronics department, we offer theses (Bachelor's and Master's theses) in the field of thermal mechanical engineering/combustion engines.

Supervision is usually provided by two qualified and experienced members of staff from the department in accordance with the relevant examination regulations. A combination or sequence of internship and thesis is possible. Please indicate your preferred IAV location in your cover letter.

Your Tasks:

• Spark-ignition and compression-ignition gasoline engine combustion processes
• Petrol engine mixture formation with complex MPI and DI injection systems
• Gasoline engine emission and efficiency behavior
• Variable ignition, valve train and turbocharging systems

Necessary Skills:

• Ongoing studies at a university in the field of mechanical engineering or automotive engineering, specializing in reciprocating engines, turbomachinery, automotive engineering, technical thermodynamics, fluid mechanics or thermal process engineering
• Very good theoretical knowledge
• Good practical knowledge (experimental operation, measurement technology, engine control systems)
• High level of commitment and perceptiveness to acquire new skills

The signing of a non-disclosure agreement between the supervising institute/chair/department and IAV is a prerequisite for the above-mentioned thesis.

Desired Skills:

• Your commitment and willingness to learn and perform help you to get to grips with complex issues
• You apply your new knowledge and skills in a goal-oriented manner

Remuneration is based on our collective wage and salary agreement. The current monthly salary for this position is EUR 1.012.00.

You won’t just be working anywhere as a student at IAV. You’ll be right in the middle of it all. Real projects. Exciting future tasks. Completely integrated and side-by-side with IAV experts. Lots of responsibility and at the same time lots of freedom, combining university and work. The result is the best prospects for your professional development. And attractive compensation in accordance with our company wage agreements.
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