Student Design jobs at Johnson Electric in Germany, Aachen

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

Support of Development for fluid power products (e.g. electric/mechanical oil pumps):

• Support daily work of development engineering

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support execution and evaluation of functional testing
• Technical documentation and reporting
• Perform literature research on various topics
• Data analysis using MS Excel and/or Matlab/Python

Education and/or Experience:

• Student inmechanical/electrical/mechatronicsengineering or similar
• Good knowledge of MS programs such as Excel, Word, Powerpoint
• Test data evaluation via Matlab/Python very welcome
• Hands-on attitude handling samples and communicating with sample shop

Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills, open minded personality
• Ability to work well independently or within a team environment

Language Skills:

• Fluent in English
• Basic in German

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

As a Working student in Research & Innovation at Johnson Electric, you will play a key part in shaping the future of electric mobility by assessing components of Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) powertrains using powder metallurgy (PM). Your responsibilities will involve designing gears for BEV applications to meet the durability requirements and enhanced NVH performance. Additionally, you will validate the designs by conducting tests on test-rigs and through in-vehicle testing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and analysis of gears using KISSsoft.
• Evaluation of other mechanical components including shafts, bearings and other mating components in BEV transmission.
• Modal analysis of components through experimental testing and simulation.
• Detailed documentation of results and creation of 2D manufacturing drawings.
• Track and monitor tasks, deadlines, and milestones.
• Support the testing and validation of innovative products.
• Document project progress, testing outcomes, and validation processes.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders and teams.

Education and/or Experience:

• Enrolled in a relevant degree program (Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, Mechatronics, Energy Systems Engineering).
• Knowledge in gear design software like KISSsoft, MASTA, Zako3D.
• Strong interest in innovation, project management, and product validation.
• Excellent organizational skills and a structured way of working.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD tools

Language Skills:

• Proficient in English (both spoken and written)
• German and/or Chinese are beneficial

PURPOSE & SCOPE

As a design engineering student, you will work closely with experienced design engineers, contributing to project execution while developing your technical and organizational skills. Part design, module architecture, tolerance calculations, simulations, system and component testing and customer contact are part of the daily business, leading to the creation of highly integrated mechatronic systems. All this takes place in a globally aligned environment. You will be part of a cross-functional team, supporting in the integration of hydraulic systems for the automotive industry by combining oil-pumps with brushless motors, controllers, software, and additional components depending on the target application. Contribute to the growth of the business by assisting in the continuous improvement effort of processes, design, analysis and testing through bench and vehicle integration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to the development of mechatronic systems in accordance with the V-Model and automotive industry standards

Design

• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate hydraulics, electronics and software
• CAD/PLM-Maintenance
  • Creation of simple CAD-Data (3D/2D)
  • Maintenance of System Parameter
  • Lessons Learned Documentation
• Recording and evaluation of data
  • Dimensional measurements
  • Hydraulic measurements
  • Others
• Support in the documentation
  • Technical presentations
  • Reports
  • Others

Testing and Validation:

• Support on system, sub-system and integration level:
  • Coordinate and execute test strategies on different hydraulic and non-hydraulic test benches
  • Report, document and present results to the engineering team

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor/Master’s student in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related discipline
• Experience with CAD/PLM is a plus
  (Creo/Windchill/SolidEdge/Teamcenter)
• Practical experience in mechanical and hydraulic systems is a plus
• Ability to create, interpret schematics and diagrams

Qualifications

• Strong team player with "can do" and "hands on" attitude
• Strong in maintaining clear records and managing complex workflow
• Strong communications and problem-solving skills
• Great understanding of physical principles

Language Skills

• Proficient in English (both spoken and written)

PURPOSE & SCOPE

As a systems engineering student, you will work closely with experienced systems engineers, contributing to project execution while developing your technical and organizational skills. System design, system architecture, requirement handling, system and component testing and customer contact are part of the daily business, leading to the creation of highly integrated mechatronic systems. All this takes place in a globally aligned environment. You will be part of a cross-functional team, supporting in the integration of hydraulic systems for the automotive industry by combining oil-pumps with brushless motors, controllers, software, and additional components depending on the target application. Contribute to the growth of the business by assisting in the continuous improvement effort of processes, design, analysis and testing through bench and vehicle integration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to the development of mechatronic systems in accordance with the V-Model and automotive industry standards

System Integration

• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate hydraulics, electronics and software
• Support to ensure seamless integration of sub-systems
• Enhance test setups/benches:
  • Strengthen automation
  • Develophydraulic/mechanic/electronicimprovements

Testing and Validation:

• Support on system, sub-system and integration level:
  • Coordinate and execute test strategies on different hydraulic and non-hydraulic test benches
  • Report, document and present results to the engineering team

Education and/or Experience

• Master’s student in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related discipline
• Practical experience in mechanical and hydraulic systems is a plus
• Competent in coding with e.g. MATLAB, Phyton, CAPL, C/C++ is a plus
• Ability to create, interpret schematics and diagrams

Qualifications

• Strong team player with "can do" and "hands on" attitude
• Strong in maintaining clear records and managing complex workflow
• Strong communications and problem-solving skills
• Great understanding of physical principles

Language Skills

• Proficient in English (both spoken and written)

• Perform macro and micro geometry design of gears and gear systems

• Optimize gear tooth root geometry using FEA and fatigue models

• Design and 3D model mechanical components: gears, shafts, washers, housings, etc.

• Create technical drawings and tolerance stacks according to automotive standards

• Support DFMEA, tolerance analysis, and design reviews

• Interface with internal prototyping and validation teams

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to ensure process-feasible designs

• Contribute to documentation and design release activities

:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Ideally more than 2 years of experience in mechanical design, ideally in powertrain or gear applications

• Prior exposure to automotive environments preferred

• Proficient in 3D CAD (e.g. Creo, CATIA, or similar) and GD&T

• Basic understanding of gear design principles (macro/micro geometry, contact patterns) and familiar with gear design tools (KISSsoft, Masta, or similar)

• Basic understanding of gear manufacturing processes

• Structured working approach and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams

• Fluency in English is mandatory. German language proficiency is desirable, while fluency in Chinese would be a significant asset

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

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Your Responsibilities Will Be to:

• Provide both technical and disciplinary leadership for a team of 10 colleagues

• Drive optimization of development processes in line with applicable standards and company guidelines.

• Coordinate development activities with other global sites (China, Turkey) and the central Corporate Engineering group.

• Plan and allocate resources in close collaboration with Program Management and Engineering.

• Conduct annual employee evaluations, set goals, and support professional and personal development.

• Foster open communication and build efficient organizational structures within the design department.

• Support and mentor team members to achieve project goals and ensure efficient, high-quality output.

• Oversee CAD design activities, including solid models and surfaced pump concepts for production-intent designs.

• Create detailed drawings using customer and internal standards, including DFMEA, tolerance stack-ups, and GD&T.

• Apply common part strategies, cost-optimized design, and manufacturability requirements.

Our Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Plastics Engineering or a related technical field

• Several years of experience in design & development, ideally within automotive or similar industry.

• Proven track record as a team leader or in a disciplinary leadership role.

• Ability to lead a diverse team with different seniority levels, personalities, and working styles.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to integrate smoothly into the Aachen team culture and international setup.

• Familiarity with CAD, PDM, and ERP systems.

• Experience in a global matrix organization is a plus.

• Fluency in English

• German skills are highly preferred it facilitates daily interaction within the team and with customers.

What We offer:

• Dynamic environment, focusing on innovative projects

• A stable, global company with a strong innovation pipeline and a solid market position.

• Work-life balance: through flexible working hours and 6 weeks of vacation

• Top-industry compensation and benefits package

• Modern workspaces, good transport connections, free parking in the car park, health promotion, business bike, company pension scheme, regular company events, company football, and many more

• Become a part of an international team. In Aachen, our teams are characterized by an international team spirit, an open and familiar cooperation and a pleasant working atmosphere.

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

Must work in a safe and efficient manner and comply with Stackpole International’s Health & Safety Policies and Procedures and Quality Systems, Procedures and Policies

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and perform tests according to our DVP&R standards
• Data analysis using MS Excel, Artemis Suite, MATLAB and/or DIADEM
• Support the customer return process
• Perform literature research on various topics
• Technical documentation and reporting
• Ensure all work is performed and completed in a safe manner

• Student of Mechanical Engineering (or similar profession)
• Team worker, open minded, curious for new technologies
• Excellent communication skills
• Hands-on mentality

• Mechanical Inclination
• Basic knowledge in the automotive environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Structured working method
• Good interpersonal skills. Able to work well independently or within a team environment

• German fluently
• Good English
• More languages skill advantageous

• 50% desk work –utilizing the computer
• 50% Hands-on work within the prototype workshop