PhD: Open Digital Platform for Smart Micromanufacturing

Technical University Of Denmark; Denmark; On-site; DKK 314,000 - 404,000; Full time

Job summary

Technical University of Denmark invites applications for a PhD position in data-centric micromanufacturing within the Horizon Europe MSCA network. The project targets open digital platforms, AI microservices, and predictive analytics for healthcare‑related manufacturing processes.

The candidate will develop a data lake, integrate multimodal data, validate on metal powder bed fusion systems, and collaborate with industrial and academic partners. Starting 1 March 2027 or as agreed.

Qualifications

• Two-year master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or Software Engineering.
• Strong programming and software development experience (Python or similar).
• Knowledge of data engineering, databases and data integration for industrial applications.
• Experience with machine learning, data analytics or AI for manufacturing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop an open digital platform for data-centric micromanufacturing.
• Create AI methods for predictive maintenance and process monitoring.
• Validate platform on open-architecture metal powder bed fusion systems.
• Disseminate research findings through publications and collaborations.

Skills

Python

Data engineering

Database technologies

Data integration

Machine learning

Data analytics

Industrial sensors

Education

Master's degree (2-year) in Mechanical Eng / Manufacturing Eng / CS / Data Science / Software Eng

Job description

Technical University of Denmark invites applications for a PhD position in data-centric micromanufacturing within the Horizon Europe MSCA network. The project targets open digital platforms, AI microservices, and predictive analytics for healthcare‑related manufacturing processes.

The candidate will develop a data lake, integrate multimodal data, validate on metal powder bed fusion systems, and collaborate with industrial and academic partners. Starting 1 March 2027 or as agreed.