Internship/Thesis (m/f/d) in Advanced Development - Modeling and Calculation with FEM

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Voith Group offers a six-month onsite Internship/Thesis in Advanced Development: Modeling and Calculation with FEM for the Paper division in Heidenheim. You will tackle simulation projects on the press nip of a paper machine, model polymers and fiber structures, and build a modular workflow validated with test data. You’ll collaborate with material development and product management to develop evaluation methods. Ideal candidates are STEM students in mechanical engineering, materials science, physics, or process engineering with an interest in material behavior and thermomechanics; ideally, experience with FEM such as Ansys; Python optional; strong German or English. Apply online with cover letter, CV, and references; you will be mentored and gain international exposure.

Über die Voith Group

Die Voith Group ist ein weltweit agierender Technologiekonzern. Mit seinem breiten Portfolio aus Anlagen, Produkten, Serviceleistungen und digitalen Anwendungen setzt Voith Maßstäbe in den Märkten Energie, Papier, Rohstoffe und Transport & Automotive. Gegründet 1867 ist Voith heute mit rund 20.700 Mitarbeitenden, 4,8 Milliarden Euro Umsatz und Standorten in über 60 Ländern der Welt eines der großen Familienunternehmen Europas.

The Voith Group | Division Paper offers you an
 

Internship/Thesis (m/f/d) in Advanced Development - Modeling and Calculation with FEM
Job ID 78309 | Location Heidenheim | For a period of 6 months

Your Tasks

• You work on simulation projects related to the press nip of a paper machine and model materials and structures under realistic load conditions.
• This includes the development and implementation of models for polymers and fiber structures.
• You build a stable, automated and modular simulation workflow.
• The models are validated using test data and supported by plausibility and sensitivity analyses.
• You develop evaluation methods for the simulations together with material development and product management.
• Close collaboration with different departments is part of Your work.

Your Profile

• You study a STEM subject such as mechanical engineering, materials science, physics or process engineering or a comparable field. A specialization in materials science or simulation is a plus but not required.
• You have an interest in material behavior, structural mechanics and or thermomechanics as well as ideally initial experience with polymers or other complex materials such as biological tissues.
• Ideally, You have already worked with FEM software such as Ansys Mechanical, especially in the field of nonlinear simulations such as contact, material behavior or multiphysics, or You are motivated to learn.
• You optionally have programming skills, for example in Python.
• We require very good German or English skills, both written and spoken.
• You work independently, in a structured way and are eager to learn.

What You Can Expect

• You will be supported by a mentor and a team and receive regular feedback for Your development.
• Independent tasks and diverse projects provide insights into an international company.
• You benefit from a large network of interns in Heidenheim.
• An attractive compensation package completes the offer.

Apply now via our web portal with your cover letter, CV and references.

The J. M. Voith SE & Co. KG | Paper (VPH) is looking forward to your application!

Your personal contact

J.M. Voith SE & Co. KG | VZS

Global Business Services HR EMEA
Talent Acquisiton Team • Paula Eppel • Telefon +49 7321 37 3865
 voith.com/karriere

Job ID 78309

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