MSc Thesis: Advanced Endurance & Vibration Rig for Actuators

Scania; Stjärna; On-site; SEK 167,000 - 234,000; Part time

Job summary

Scania, part of the TRATON Group, seeks a motivated MSc student for a thesis project focused on a combined endurance and vibration test rig for embedded actuators. The role involves literature studies, concept development, engineering analysis, and CAD design to enable replication of tests within Scania's facility.

Start Jan 2027, with opportunities to connect with Scania and partner brands. Applicants should be pursuing an MSc in Mechanical Engineering or similar, with an interest in mechanical

Qualifications

• Ongoing MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or similar.
• Interest in mechanical systems, durability, and vibration engineering.
• Experience with CAD tools and engineering design methods.
• Basic understanding of machine design and structural mechanics.
• Knowledge of vibration analysis, FEM, or simulation tools is meritorious.
• Interest in automotive or heavy-duty vehicle applications is meritorious.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop and propose a complete design concept for a combined endurance and vibration test rig.
• Perform literature studies, concept development, engineering analysis, and CAD design.
• Evaluate shaker technologies and vibration input methods.
• Develop CAD-based design proposals and recommendations for future development.
• Present a final design proposal with rationale and an implementation roadmap.

Skills

CAD tools experience

Vibration engineering

Mechanical design

FEM analysis

Education

Ongoing MSc in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

FEM tools

Matlab/Simulink

Job description

Scania, part of the TRATON Group, seeks a motivated MSc student for a thesis project focused on a combined endurance and vibration test rig for embedded actuators. The role involves literature studies, concept development, engineering analysis, and CAD design to enable replication of tests within Scania's facility.

Start Jan 2027, with opportunities to connect with Scania and partner brands. Applicants should be pursuing an MSc in Mechanical Engineering or similar, with an interest in mechanical