Student assistant: FEM Simulation and Programming(m/w/x)

City: Aachen Date: Apr 30, 2025 # Student assistant: FEM Simulation and Programming At the Fraunhofer IPT in Aachen, we work with more than 530 employees every day to make the production of the future more digital, more flexible, and more sustainable. We, the »advanced forming« group of the »Glass and Precision Manufacturing« department, are looking for motivated student assistants involved in highly innovative research projects. Your main tasks consist of FEM simulation and Python programming, allowing you to broaden your research experience besides your studies. Furthermore, you will collaborate with a highly experienced research team with interdisciplinary backgrounds. Do you want to be part of creating the future? Welcome to the team! With us, you will take on responsible tasks from day one in an exciting working environment. The position is available from May 2025! **What you will do** * Support the team to improve the accuracy of the FEM simulation model * Post-processing the simulation results in Python * Data analysis and visualization * Numerical modeling and programming for model optimization & machine-learning **What you bring to the table** * You are studying Simulation Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, Computational Engineering or a comparable subject * Good programming skills e.g. in Python or Fortran are advantageous * Initial experience in FEM (Finite Element Method) simulation tools e.g. ABAQUS or ANSYS * Good analytical skills and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary project work * Initiative, excellent communication skills and a passion for teamwork **What you can expect** * Excellent environment for gaining both research- and practical experiences * Ideal engagement with numerous interdisciplinary research- and industrial projects * The opportunity to write your practice-oriented thesis with us * Flexible working to combine studies and job in the best possible way * State-of-the-art machinery, equipped with edge cloud systems and a 5G infrastructure We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff. **Job Segment:** Research Assistant, Mechanical Engineer, Data Analyst, Engineer, Research, Engineering, Data