Research Assistant/Associate (f/m/d) - In the field of battery and fuel cell system design and construction [V000011024]

About the role

The Chair of Thermodynamics of Mobile Energy Conversion Systems (TME) and the Center for Mobile Propulsion (CMP) under the direction of Prof. Dr.-Ing. (USA) Stefan Pischinger conducts research on all topics concerning the vehicle powertrain. Core focus is on the research of conventional combustion engine development, virtual engine development, hybrid powertrains, electromobility, fuel cells, and mechatronics for combustion engines.

Responsibilities

• Development of fuel cells for a powertrain system, on-board power supply, and a combined heat and power coupling system for the energy supply of buildings
• Design and construction of battery modules and battery systems
• Design and construction of fuel cell stacks and fuel cell systems (e.g., as a range extender to increase the range of electric vehicles)
• Supplier Management

Requirements

• Masters degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge in CAD systems, preferably ProEngineer and CATIA, experience in the field of cast and plastic construction is advantageous
• Basic knowledge of fuel cells and batteries is beneficial
• Good computer skills
• Fluent in English
• Ability to work independently
• Creative, flexible, and team-oriented

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering with the specialization in process engineering / control engineering / construction technology (f/m/d)
• Electrical Engineering with the specialization in power engineering / electrical systems (f/m/d)

Skills

• Not specified

Benefits

• Full-time position
• Opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree
• Salary based on the German public service salary scale (TV-L)
• Pay grade of EG 13 TV-L
• RWTH is proud to be certified as a family-friendly university
• RWTH offers a wide range of health, counseling, and prevention services, including university sports
• RWTH provides a comprehensive continuing education program and the option to purchase a job ticket for convenient commuting
• RWTH is an equal opportunities employer

Pay

• Based on the German public service salary scale (TV-L)
• Pay grade of EG 13 TV-L

Schedule

• Fixed-term employment for 1 year
• Option for continued employment for up to 3 years, with the possibility of a 4th year extension

Contact

RWTH Aachen University
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