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Join us as a

PhD Student – Smart Actuators and Their Control (m/f/d)

Your mission

• Investigate next-generation control architectures for smart actuators, focusing on the synergy between hardware capabilities and software intelligence

• Design and implement sophisticated control strategies to enhance vehicle stability, safety, and passenger comfort

• Build high-fidelity digital twins of mechatronic components and vehicle dynamics to conduct comprehensive virtual testing and optimization

• Translate theoretical concepts into functional prototypes, conducting Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) testing and real-vehicle calibration to ensure production-ready performance

• Synthesize research findings into high-quality technical reports and publications, contributing to the strategic R&D roadmap while fulfilling doctoral academic requirements

Your areas of expertise

• A Master's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a strong foundation in control theory and an outstanding academic record

• Deep understanding of vehicle dynamics and chassis systems

• Proven expertise in modern control theory and experience in implementing these on real-time embedded systems

• High proficiency in vehicle mechatronics simulation environments

• Solid knowledge of electric motor and e-motor control, sensor fusion, and the integration of smart sensors within mechatronic actuators

• Strong coding skills in C/C++ and Python for algorithm development and data analysis

• A research-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently in a corporate R&D environment and a passion for the future of software-defined vehicles

• Full professional proficiency in English. You must be comfortable working, documenting technical research, and presenting complex ideas in a global team environment

• Fluent in written and spoken German or Chinese (either language) would be a plus

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Your rewards of working here

• Our culture is characterized by innovative power and team spirit as well as the intensive exchange of knowledge and experience within our global network.

• We offer healthy meals ranging from traditional Chinese to western delicacies in our famous company canteen.

• To keep your development ongoing, you will find a broad range of training opportunities. Many online and face-to-face training programs incl. language courses in German and Mandarin.

• Our diverse and welcoming environment is shaped by different backgrounds and around 40 individual nationalities.

• Self-responsible work in a competent, motivated and constantly growing team.

Please send your application and CV (incl. cover letter and reference letters) in English.

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