Master's Thesis: ''Development and Optimization of Injection-Molded Plastic-Metal-Hybrid Battery Housings for E-Mobility'' (m/f/x)

Kautex is a global company with over 30 locations in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are pioneers in the development and production of plastic fuel systems as well as many other innovations. From battery housings for hybrid and fully electric vehicles to autonomous cleaning systems, we develop products for the age of new mobility. Our portfolio also includes high-quality plastic industrial packaging and cast camshafts. We welcome the opportunities arising from the change in our industry and benefit from being part of a group of global companies that offer some of the world's most advanced technologies and services. We promote professional growth, run successful internal talent programs and promote equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as a team and supporting each other, we achieve considerable success. Renowned awards such as Fair Company, Great Place toWork (Silao), MINT MindedCompany and EcovadisPlatinum honor this corporate culture. We look forward to meeting you and telling you more about our values and benefits.

Our PENTATONIC plastic battery housings for BEV vehicles already set standards in terms of lightweight construction and performance. As part of an exciting and versatile master thesis, you have the opportunity to further develop the technical performance, production capability and sustainability. You will be active in an international and cooperative working environment, gain access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources and actively help shape the mobility of the future. What awaits you: • Development of a design for a high-voltage battery housing with integrated cell cooling • Prototyping by injection moulding method for design validation • Evaluation of production capability with focus on series production • Testing of prototypes • Showing optimization potentials for industrialization

What you need to apply successfully: • Master studies in the field of plastics technology/processing, lightweight construction, mechanical engineering or comparable • Knowledge of plastics processing and lightweight construction • Basic knowledge of e-mobility and composite materials are advantageous • Analytical skills and ability to work independently • Very good knowledge of German and English JOBV1_EN