Doctoral student (f/m/d) in the field of mechatronic systems and components in technical logistics

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) creates and imparts knowledge for society and the environment as ''The Research University in the Helmholtz Association''. The aim is to contribute significant contributions to the global challenges in the fields of energy, mobility and information. About 9,800 employees work on this at KIT on a broad disciplinary basis in research, teaching and innovation. We are looking for the Institut für Fördertechnik und Logistiksysteme (IFL) at the next possible time fixed to 1 year with option for extension up to 6 years PhD student (w/m/d) in the field of mechatronic systems and components in technical logistics

The energy transition is essential and we contribute significantly to this with our outstanding research and work results. We explore and develop new intralogistic elements at both system and component levels. The focus will be on design and dimensioning, taking into account current challenges such as sustainability, energy efficiency and the smooth use of materials. As the starting point of your work, we want to enable you to act autonomously as a cooperative system – in a joint research project together with a start-up founded from the IFL. The development of a localization system and the path planning of the swarm by means of sensor fusion are at the forefront. A flexible and autonomous solution for the transport of large and heavy loads in production and intralogistics is to be explored as well as prototypically constructed and tested to achieve this goal. The material-flow-side investigation of vertical-farming systems for the sustainable cultivation of plants in urban space as a stand-alone and modular expandable building block of intraurban material flows is another research focus in our department. In addition, a special research area of the DFG will investigate the potential to which old devices can be converted into new devices in the so-called ''circle running factory'', with responsibility, inter alia, for the intelligent transport connection of the individual functional nodes. In addition, we are entrusted with the tasks of remote maintenance of future nuclear fusion power plants, e.g. the structure-opt design of highly stressed multi-tube connections (MPC) or the development of measurement methods for non-destructive testing of welded pipe connections (Nondestructive Examination). As part of your work, you will have the opportunity to participate in international conferences and congresses and research stays. There is also the possibility of promotion, which is actively supported and supported by us.

A very good university degree (Master) in the field of engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, technical logistics, industrial engineering mechanical engineering – or comparable. Good programming knowledge in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, C++) CAD knowledge (probably) Very good knowledge of German and English Outstanding commitment, initiative, creativity Self-employed and structured work Team and communication skills Willingness to take over tasks in teaching (representation of thesis, lectures, exercises, examinations)

Part of the only German university of excellence with large-scale national research and work on current research and teaching for our future under excellent working conditions in an international environment. Start professionally with targeted training as well as wide-ranging further training offers. Benefit from flexible working time models (Gleitzeit, Homeoffice), various sports and leisure activities as well as child and holiday care services. We also offer a grant to the BW Job Ticket, amounting to 25 €/month and a versatile offer in different menses. We aim to achieve the most uniform possible occupation of jobs with employees (w/m/d) and would therefore be particularly pleased with women's applications. In the case of the same suitability, people with difficulty are recognised. JOBV1_EN