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The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research units throughout Germany and is a leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 billion euros.
Safe Intelligence - this forms the core brand of the Fraunhofer Institute for Cognitive Systems IKS. Connected cognitive systems drive innovation in many sectors, including mobility, healthcare, and automation in industry. Disruptive technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing play a key role here.Fraunhofer IKS is conducting research to ensure that these applications are reliable and verifiably safe. We consider resilience and intelligence to be part of the same process.
What you will do
In the field of smart manufacturing, you will play a key role in supporting your colleagues in the development of a Python-based proof-of-concept tool. Your work will involve independently structuring the code according to specified requirements, which will advance the project to the next stage.You will create a basic model for a production line, facilitating a clearer understanding of the system dynamics. Additionally, you will implement initial scheduling algorithms to optimize production efficiency. A 2D simulation based on an existing use case will also be part of your responsibilities, helping to visualize the manufacturing process.
Throughout this project, clear communication with the team will be vital to ensure a shared understanding of objectives and progress.
What you bring to the table- Student in computer science or equivalent degree
- Solid Python programming experience
- An interest in automation and smart manufacturing
- Proactive about asking questions/seeking clarification
- Able to work independently, incorporating feedback from the team
- The opportunity to gain practical development experience
- The possibility to work flexibly (up to 20h/week) and remotely
- Collaboration with a dynamic, international team of researchers
- A supportive environment with diverse learning opportunities
Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!
For all inquiries, you may contact our personnel department by e-mail: recruiting@iks.fraunhofer.de
Fraunhofer Institute for Cognitive Systems IKS
Requisition Number: 76573 Application Deadline: