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Master's / bachelor's thesis or internship - Sustainable and Efficient Railway Systems (m/w/d)
Job Description
Req ID:  278
Place of work:  Stuttgart
Starting date:  sofort
Career level:  Student research project and final thesis
Type of employment:  Part time
Duration of contract:  4-6 Monate

Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector - Federal Government (TVöD-Bund)

Vacancy-ID:  278 
Place of work:  Stuttgart 
Starting date:  sofort 
Career level:  Student research project and final thesis 
Type of employment:  Part time 
Duration of contract:  4-6 Monate 
Remuneration:  Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector - Federal Government (TVöD-Bund)

 

The Institute of Vehicle Concepts (FK) of the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) is internationally recognised for the design of future road and rail vehicles that enable climate and environmentally friendly mobility while being affordable and user-friendly at the same time.

 

Enter the fascinating world of the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) and help shape the future through research and innovation! We offer an exciting and inspiring working environment driven by the expertise and curiosity of our 11,000 employees from 100 nations and our unique infrastructure. Together, we develop sustainable technologies and thus contribute to finding solutions to global challenges. Would you like to join us in addressing this major future challenge? Then this is your place!

What to expect

The Institute of Vehicle Concepts is seeking enthusiastic students to support our research in rail propulsion and energy systems. Our work focuses on developing and analyzing innovative energy-saving concepts through advanced simulations. Your mission will be to explore and advance simulation-based research in railway propulsion and energy systems. You will work on developing concepts, models and strategies to improve efficiency and sustainability of current railway systems.

 

Your tasks

Simulation and Optimization of Alternative Propulsion Systems: Designing and evaluating hydrogen- and battery-powered rail vehicles using measurement data analysis. Furthermore, exploring novel operational concepts and energy management strategies to improve efficiency.
Thermal Energy Management: Investigating the energy demands of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems in rail vehicles.
Novel Operational Concepts: Designing operational concepts and control strategies for smart trains to enhance efficiency and performance in modern railway operations.
The specific topic will be formulated in collaboration with you, aligning team priorities as well as individual interest.

In your application letter, please specify which topic interests you the most and why. We look forward to hearing about your ideas, interests, and motivation!

 

Your profile

  • Student from the field of applied computer science, engineering, natural sciences or similar
  • Interest in model-based development
  • Familiarity with python, MATLAB/Simulink and/or Dymola
  • Thermodynamics knowledge (if applicable for chosen topic)
  • Basic knowledge of alternative drivetrains and energy distribution (if applicable for chosen topic)
  • Good written and spoken English and / or German skills
  • Independent and proactive work style

 

Remuneration is up to the German TVöD E05 depending on qualifications and assigned tasks.

 

We offer

DLR stands for diversity, appreciation and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees both personally and professionally. To this end, we offer numerous training and development opportunities. Equal opportunities are of particular importance to us, which is why we want to increase the proportion of women in science and management in particular. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are qualified.

 

We offer
DLR stands for diversity, appreciation and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees both personally and professionally. To this end, we offer numerous training and development opportunities. Equal opportunities are of particular importance to us, which is why we want to increase the proportion of women in science and management in particular. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are qualified.

 

We look forward to getting to know you!

 

If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 278) please contact:

 

Marcel Konrad 
Tel.: +49 711 6862 497 

 

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